Tenugui (Tanabata) apricot earth and sky—expressed through Hokusai’s

earth and sky—expressed through Hokusai’s refined sense of balance and color

It's traditionally used in celebrations of longevity and joyous occasions

Water-repellent

and turtles live for ten thousand years

traditional look

Tenugui (Tanabata) apricot earth and sky—expressed through Hokusai’sDescription On the evening of July 7th, people decorate bamboo branches with colorful strips of paper and make wishes to the stars. This tradition is based on the tragic love story of Hikoboshi (the cowherd) and Orihime (the weaver), who live on opposite sides of the Milky Way. Originally, it was a ritual where women prayed for improved skills in weaving and craftsmanship, inspired by Orihime. This custom, which dates back to the 5th or 6th century in