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1. Reservation Period

From 12:00 noon Japan time on Thursday, October 1, 2026
to 12:00 noon Japan time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026

2. This is a “Pre-order” page.

Please select the product you would like to reserve, click the “Add to Cart” button, and proceed to the payment page.

If you order Shimekazari during the reservation period above, you will receive a 5% discount on all Shimekazari items as a special pre-order benefit.

Add the Shimekazari items to your shopping cart and proceed to the payment page. The 5% discounted price will be displayed there.

3. Payment is required in advance.
Please pay for the product when you make your reservation, not when the product is delivered.

You can use various payment methods, except Cash on Delivery.

If you select Cash on Delivery, we will change the payment method to a bank transfer to Japan Post Bank and contact you again with the payment details.

4. We cannot accept cancellations after payment has been made.

Please do not cancel your reservation after payment has been made.

5. You can also order regular items together with Shimekazari pre-order items.

If you order and pay for Shimekazari pre-order items and regular items at the same time, regular items will be shipped within 3–7 business days, and Shimekazari will be delivered from late November onward.

As the items will be shipped at different times, shipping fees would normally be charged twice. However, as a special benefit for ordering pre-order items and regular items together, the shipping fee for the regular items will be free of charge.

Please feel free to take advantage of this offer.

※You will only be charged one shipping fee for the Shimekazari pre-order items.

※This benefit is available for domestic shipping within Japan only.
For overseas deliveries, we will charge shipping fees for two shipments.

6. The products listed here will be shipped in order from late November.

<Delivery in Japan only>
We only accept time-specific requests.
We do not accept date-specific requests.

This Shimekazari is called “Lucky Twist.”

It is made from a single strand of hand-twisted straw rope, thickened at the center using a method traditionally used for strong bindings, and shaped to resemble a sea bream — a cherished symbol of joy and good fortune in Japan.

Since ancient times, the sea bream (tai) has been an essential fish for celebrations and offerings to the gods.
A whole sea bream, complete with head and tail, has long been regarded as one of the finest sacred offerings.

In regions connected with fishing or maritime trade, the sea bream is also cherished as a symbol of bountiful catches and prosperity.
This Shimekazari carries a wish for continued blessings from the sea and an abundant table throughout the year.

Its pale red hue is believed to embody the positive energy of the sun and fire,
serving as a charm to ward off misfortune and evil spirits.

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.

It can be displayed as a hanging ornament on either side of the entrance door.

The sea bream, admired for its beautiful pale-red hue and auspicious meaning,
has long been valued in celebrations and ceremonies in Japan.

Shaped after this symbolic fish, the Shimekazari carries a strong and vibrant energy.

You may simply enjoy it in its natural form,
or embellish it with traditional New Year’s decorations such as shide (paper streamers),
yuzuriha leaves, urajiro ferns, or a small daidai orange if you wish.

Please note that decorative items, including paper streamers, are not provided by our shop.

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.

The lively form of the sea bream is believed to draw in many blessings,

its strong presence symbolizing abundance and vitality.

Like the rising morning sun, it brightens the heart and brings a sense of joy and renewal.

May it mark the beginning of a bright and happiness-filled year ahead.

＊＊Please read the following information carefully before making your reservation.＊＊

Shimekazari reserved through this page will be shipped in order from late November.

Shimekazari cannot be returned or exchanged for any reason, except in the case of defective items.

“Defective items” refers to items that are clearly damaged when they arrive.
We take great care when inspecting each item before shipping, but in the unlikely event that you receive a defective item, please contact us within 3 days of delivery.

We will replace defective items whenever possible. However, depending on the availability of materials or the circumstances of the maker, we may not be able to provide a replacement.

We are also unable to accept returns or exchanges if you contact us 4 days or more after delivery.
Please be aware of this in advance.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.