＊＊＊ Please read Notes 1–2 before placing your order＊＊＊

1.This page is for Shimekazari orders.

Online Shop Sales Period
November 13 (Thu) – December 28 (Sun), 2025, 12:00 noon (JST)
＊Our physical store will also be open until Sunday, December 28.

This item is available only while supplies last.
Once sold out, sales will end.
Regardless of stock status, orders cannot be accepted after Monday, December 29.

We also ship internationally.
Please note that the year-end period is an exceptionally busy time for deliveries,
and your order may not arrive before the end of the year.
We kindly ask for your understanding that returns or refunds cannot be accepted due to delivery delays.

2. Regular items can also be ordered together with Shimekazari products.

However, depending on the type of Shimekazari,
some items may be too long to be shipped together with other baskets or trays.

To ensure safe delivery of your order,
please note that your purchase may need to be shipped in multiple packages,
and additional shipping fees may apply accordingly.

If any changes to the shipping fee are required,
we will inform you in the order confirmation email
(which is sent separately from the automatic order notification).

This Shimekazari is called “Coiled Snake,” shaped to resemble a serpent resting in a coil.

Please note: The photo shows three “Coiled Snake” ornaments, but each is sold individually.

The snake, which grows by repeatedly shedding its skin, has long been regarded as a symbol of renewal and vitality.
It is also considered a messenger of the water deity and is worshipped in rituals for good harvests and rainfall.

This photo shows the base rope used for Shimekazari, known as shimenawa.
It is said that the shape of the shimenawa itself represents a serpent.

While real snakes may evoke fear or unease because of their unique form and presence,
ancient people viewed that very power with awe and reverence—
honoring the snake as a sacred being worthy of worship.

This Shimekazari depicts a coiled snake—believed to ward off evil with its powerful, protective energy.

Its upturned tail gives it a poised and dignified appearance, yet there’s a certain charm and warmth to its form.

It is said that snakes coil themselves to rest, but also to prepare for their next movement.
In Japanese, the phrase “to coil” can also mean settling down in one place, symbolizing stability and groundedness.

Looking at this snake, one can almost sense it saying,
“I stay calm and steady wherever I am, yet I am always ready to drive away misfortune.”

Its presence carries a quiet confidence and strength.
Though small in size, this Shimekazari has a commanding presence—
perfect for purifying and protecting the space it inhabits.

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’s perfect for displaying anywhere you like—by the entrance, in the kitchen, washroom, living room, or dining area.
Its compact size makes it easy to place wherever you wish, adding a subtle yet meaningful touch to any space.

You can also display several together for an even more delightful arrangement.
Please note: The photo shows three “Coiled Snake” ornaments, but each is sold individually.

When placed side by side, the three snakes almost look as if they’re chatting among themselves—
perhaps discussing the best way to ward off evil, or exchanging ideas about how to bring good fortune.

It’s a charming, lighthearted scene that’s sure to bring a smile.
This Shimekazari is also lovely to keep on display throughout the year, long after the New Year season has passed.

The color of the rice straw may vary slightly among individual pieces—some may appear more golden than green.

This is simply due to natural differences in drying and does not affect the quality of the straw itself.
We appreciate your understanding.

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.

There are many legends and beliefs surrounding snakes,
and we hope each person will display this piece with their own wishes in mind.

Having it nearby may remind you to slip gracefully past difficulties, just as a snake does.
It also feels as though its presence helps to ward off misfortune and bring quiet strength and protection.

May the coming year be one of calm, resilience, and gentle grace.

＊＊Please read the following notes carefully
　and place your order only after understanding and agreeing to the terms.＊＊

Returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for Shimekazari, except in the case of defective items.

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 if you receive a defective item,
please contact us within 3 days after delivery.

＊Please note that we will be closed for the New Year holidays
from Monday, December 29, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026,
and will not be able to respond during that period.

We will replace defective items whenever possible,
but depending on the availability of materials and the maker’s schedule,
a replacement may not be possible.

Also, please understand that we cannot accept requests for returns or exchanges
if you contact us 4 days or more after delivery.