This is a "de-bukusa" (a type of silk cloth) used by the host during the preparation of "o-koicha" (thick tea) and for displaying the incense container after folding it in quarters. It is the same size as the "fukusa" (silk cloth) used for tea preparation, but it is made from slightly stiffer fabrics such as pongee, obi fabric, or kinran-donko (brocade). We hope you will use it according to your preference in various schools of tea ceremony. It can also be used as a mat regardless of the school. Please make your own judgment regarding its suitability based on the "preferences" or "customs" of your specific school. m(_ _)m 【Size】 Standard de-bukusa size Made from a pattern with finished dimensions of 27.5 cm in length and 28.4 cm in width. The short side is folded. It is sewn in the traditional way without a knot. Please allow for slight size variations. It is about three times larger than the "ko-bukusa" (small silk cloth) of the Urasenke school, and the amount of fabric is four times that of the "chitosebon-yo ko-bukusa" (small silk cloth for the Chitosebon tray). 【Fabric】 Pure silk obi fabric with a brown background and the Sasazuru-donko pattern, a famous textile design featuring bamboo flowers and bamboo vines, is woven into it. It is supple and has a moderate stiffness, making it a suitable texture for a de-bukusa. *Sasazuru-donko: A lucky pattern of eternal life, representing the bamboo flower that blooms once every three thousand years, and the vines and fruits of the bamboo. Since it is used for o-koicha and displaying the incense container, we have selected designs with beautiful weaves and patterns that have a story to tell when viewed. We finished it without applying a core for ease of handling. ❤️Since it is new, there are no creases. When using it, decide which side is the front and fold it in quarters. Please note that because it is large, it will be lightly folded in half for shipping to prevent creases. m(_ _)m 【Discounts for Multiple Purchases】 1st item: Listed price + 2nd item: (Listed price - 150 yen) The 3rd and 4th items will also be discounted by 150 yen. ♡If you wish to purchase multiple items, we will create a dedicated listing for you, so please let us know which items you would like to purchase before making your purchase. #marun-ShinAruun-debukusa