Shime-Kazari (Mukai-Dai)Description Embrace the essential Japanese New Year tradition with our Shimekazari, crafted from washi paper. Shimekazari, a symbolic rope decoration, serves as a marker for the descent of the Toshigami sama (New Year deities) and denotes a sacred space to welcome them, celebrating the family's well being and prosperity. Our Shimekazari features a clean, white 'Shime Washi' paper ring, intertwined to represent purity and simplicity. Adorned with a