Vintage Japanese Rag Ball dup-review-publication - A bento box of

- A bento box of grilled fish and Japanese onigiri rice ball

symbolizing the Year of the Horse in the Japanese zodiac

The side pocket is subtly concealed when the flap is draped over it

adjustable necklace featuring a small kunzite gemstone

Vintage Japanese Rag Ball dup-review-publication - A bento box ofThis vintage Japanese rag ball was hand formed from tightly wound strips of recycled cotton fabric, reflecting Japan's long tradition of reusing every precious scrap of cloth. Rather than being decorative temari embroidery, this is a simple, utilitarian rag balllikely made as a child's toy, a household sewing aid, or from leftover textile remnants. Layers of faded kimono fabrics and soft cotton strips create a beautiful, organic surface rich in