Shimekazari “Graceful Flight” / Rice Straw / Nagano-JPN 721028-1
Shimekazari “Graceful Flight” / Rice Straw / Nagano-JPN 721028-1
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- Size / Weight
- Approx. W 7.09″ × D 3.94″ × H 12.20″ / 5.99 oz












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Note
The sizes shown above are the middle of the total quantity of items we receive, and are only a rough estimate.
Also, external dimensions are provided.
Some of them may be 2-3 cm (1inch) larger or smaller than the sizes indicated because they are handmade using natural materials.
If you have a specific place in mind where you would like to store the item, please order it with enough space to spare.
Also, the shape, texture, and color of each item will vary.
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Caution
Please be careful not to damage your body or clothing with sprinters.
For all materials, please store in a well-ventilated place and avoid storing in cupboards, etc. as much as possible.
When storing, it is best to avoid direct sunlight and to place them in an elevated place where moisture does not accumulate.
If the product gets wet from rain or water, wipe it off with a dry cloth and dry it well in the shade or indoors in a well-ventilated location.
Regular brushing with a scrubber or brush is recommended to prevent dust accumulation.
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Shipping
We deliver products worldwide. Shipping costs are automatically calculated according to your location and what you order.
We will ship with care and attention.You can see shipping policy here
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How to care
These products are made from all-natural materials and if taken good care of they will last for dozens of years. Products made of natural materials also change beautifully over time.
Check "How to care" page here
***Please read the following notes (1–6) before placing your order***
1. Reservation Period
From Monday, October 6, 2025, 12:00 noon (Japan Standard Time)
until Monday, October 27, 2025, 12:00 noon (JST).
2. This page is for pre-orders
Please select the Shimekazari items you wish to pre-order and click the “Add to Cart” button to proceed to checkout.
During the above pre-order period,
all Shimekazari items will be offered at 10% off the listed price as a special benefit.
(Wholesale orders are excluded.)
When you add Shimekazari items to your shopping cart and proceed to checkout,
the 10% discount will be automatically applied and displayed on the payment page.
3. Payment is required at the time of pre-orders
Payment must be completed when placing your order (not at the time of delivery).
Various payment methods are available,
except for Cash on Delivery (payment to the courier upon delivery in Japan).
4. Cancellations cannot be accepted after payment
Please kindly understand that cancellations after payment cannot be accommodated.
5. Pre-Order and Regular Items Can Be Ordered Together
If you place and complete payment for both Shimekazari pre-order items and regular items in the same order,
the regular items will be shipped within 3–7 business days,
and the Shimekazari will be delivered from mid-November onward.
Because the shipping schedules differ, two separate shipping fees would normally apply.
However, as a special offer for placing both types of items in a single order,
we are pleased to offer free shipping for the regular items.
Please take advantage of this offer.
※ Shipping fee will be charged only once—for the Shimekazari pre-order items.
※ This offer is available within Japan only.
For international orders, two shipping fees will be charged.
※ Wholesale orders are excluded and will incur two separate shipping fees.
6. Shipping Schedule
The items listed here will be shipped in order from mid-November.
Within Japan, only delivery time slots can be specified. Specific delivery dates cannot be specified.

This Shimekazari is called “Graceful Flight.”

The design resembles a bird spreading its wings and rising gracefully into the sky.
The mizuhiki crane attached to the Shimekazari is a symbol of longevity and peace,
and has long been cherished in Japan as a lucky motif for celebratory occasions.
It is a bright and elegant decoration, perfect for welcoming the start of a new year.

A Shimekazari is a traditional New Year’s ornament made of rice straw, displayed indoors or outdoors to welcome the Toshigami deity at the start of the year.

The Shimekazari introduced here is made locally in southern Nagano, using rice straw harvested in the area.

The makers are involved in every step, from cultivating and harvesting the rice straw to crafting each Shimekazari by hand.



The rice straw is harvested early, before the grains ripen, during the hot summer months of July and August.


This Shimekazari is made with the same high-quality rice straw used for constructing sumo wrestling rings.
The fresh green straw is carefully twisted and braided by hand.



This mizuhiki craft is made in Iida City, Nagano Prefecture, featuring the traditional color palette of red, white, and gold.


which, together with the mizuhiki crane, resembles the outstretched wings of a bird in flight.




Display it at your entrance—either outside or inside.
Though modest in size, the combination of the wreath, rice ears,
and mizuhiki crane creates a festive and elegant presence, perfect for the New Year season.

Indoors, you can display it anywhere you like — in the living room, dining area, or bedroom.
The straight, outward-spreading form of the rice straw is also considered auspicious.
This fan-like shape is believed to ward off misfortune and symbolize the endless continuation of happiness and prosperity.
It is also lovely to keep on display throughout the year, long after the New Year season has passed.

To keep your Shimekazari in good condition,
please open the package promptly upon arrival and do not leave it stored inside the cardboard box.
If you are not going to display it right away, store it indoors in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
After use, it may be taken to a Shinto shrine for disposal, or treated as burnable household waste.
If disposing as waste, please be sure to follow your local municipality’s guidelines.

Since ancient times, the crane has been cherished as a sacred bird that brings abundance and good harvests.
The golden rice ears beside it are said to reflect an old tale
that rice cultivation began when a crane carried an ear of rice in its beak.
Together, the crane and the rice ears symbolize richness, prosperity, and the blessings of nature.

Like a bird in flight, “Graceful Flight” carries blessings with purity and grace.
Its white wings shimmer in the sunlight as it soars through the sky,
radiating light that heralds the beginning of a bright new year.
May the coming year be filled with clarity, abundance, and joy.

**Please read the following carefully and place your reservation only after understanding and agreeing**
Shimekazari reserved through this page will be shipped in order from mid-November.
Please note that, except in the case of defective items,
Shimekazari cannot be returned or exchanged for any reason.
A “defective item” refers to one that is clearly damaged at the time of delivery.
We take the utmost care in inspection before shipping,
but should you receive a defective item, please contact us within 3 days of delivery.
We will replace defective items whenever possible,
but depending on materials and the makers’ circumstances, a replacement may not be available.
Also, please understand that we cannot accept requests for return or exchange
if contacted 4 days or more after delivery.