Traditional patterns and craftsmanship intertwined, a beautiful and practical premium memo pad
The "Pattern of Happiness" series is an original design by Fuwa Market that brings to life the meaning of "wishing for happiness" held by traditional Japanese patterns, created in collaboration with a textile designer.
One of the patterns, Seigaiha (blue ocean waves), symbolizes the wish for "eternal prosperity" and "family fortune," like waves that continue forever.
We have designed it in a modern style that dyes the good motifs of traditional patterns with contemporary lifestyle influences.
✔ Meticulous craftsmanship: Carefully crafted one by one at a Kyoto specialized box factory
✔ Modern traditional patterns: Enjoy choosing from 6 types of patterns × 2 colors
✔ Practical usability: Perfect for everyday quick memos, study notes, and work
✔ Also suitable as a high-quality gift: The "Pattern of Happiness" conveys special thoughts
Bringing the beauty of Wa (Japanese style) into everyday life
The memo pad size is approximately 10cm square (memo paper is 9cm square). Having just one on your desk makes it a convenient size that's easy to use.
Use it freely as a shopping list, idea notes, jotting down thoughts, or a ToDo list.
Perfect for your office or home desk, for quick messages with family or partners, study, work, or business scenes. A convenient premium memo pad that lets you quickly jot down your daily "little notes."
Using hand-dyed Japanese paper adds beauty and makes the time you write memos a little more special.
Accent of color on the inside
In addition to the beauty when opened, the front and back paper uses simple, unpatterned paper.
While drawing out the beauty of the patterns, the calm atmosphere created by the plain paper allows you to enjoy different expressions on the front and back.
The delicate craftsmanship allows for smooth opening and closing, giving a pleasant feel each time you use it.
The charm of hand-dyed craftsmanship stands out
The hand-dyed Japanese paper used in this memo pad is carefully handcrafted one by one by skilled artisans specializing in box making in Kyoto, who are also friends and hand-dye Japanese paper craftsmen.
The deep colors and unique blends created by traditional techniques are truly captivating.
Looking closely at the patterns, you can feel the delicate layering of colors unique to hand-dyed paper.
The subtle gradations and shading create a unique harmony and express a one-of-a-kind beauty.
By carefully dyeing each sheet, a warm depth and subtlety emerge that cannot be expressed by simple printing alone.
The hand-dyed Japanese paper with layered colors is crafted one sheet at a time by Kyoto box making artisans. Each sheet has subtle variations in expression, bringing out your unique feelings.
Experience the charm of this harmony and warmth created by the artisans' craftsmanship.
Wishes and prayers embedded in the Seigaiha pattern
The infinite waves symbolize abundance
Large, swelling waves and small, calm waves. The Seigaiha pattern, with overlapping arcs like waves, represents abundant blessings.
For people living near the sea around the world, it is a significant motif, and not only in Japan but also in Egypt and Persia, you can find this design.
It appears in the Heian period's "Genji Monogatari" and was popular among commoners in the Edo period.
The infinite waves and abundant blessings became beloved good motifs, often given as wedding or new construction celebration gifts.
The colors are displayed in a gentle blue series,
and a warm brown series. The calm colors add elegance to your desk.
※ Because the sheets are cut individually, there are individual differences in the placement of the patterns. Please understand this beforehand.
Lineup of the "Pattern of Happiness" series
The Fuwa Market "Pattern of Happiness" series offers designs modernly arranged from 6 types of traditional patterns.
・Ginkgo pattern (Ginkgo leaf motif, symbolizing good luck)
・Ichimatsu pattern (checked Ichimatsu, a traditional beauty)
・Plum blossom pattern (plum blossoms for health and warding off evil)
・Seigaiha pattern (infinite waves symbolizing abundance)
・Nanten pattern (Nandina for warding off evil)
・Pine pattern (pine symbolizing prosperity)
Please choose your favorite pattern and color, and add elegance around your desk.
"Craftsman Skills × Traditional Patterns" Premium Products Are Also Ideal as Gifts
The "Pattern of Happiness" series features special designs that incorporate the wishes held by traditional Japanese patterns. These are exquisite crafts that are loved as presents for important people and convey the spirit of harmony.
• Birthday presents for friends and family
• Celebrations for those starting a new life, such as entrance ceremonies, advancement ceremonies, and job celebrations
• Gifts for Mother's Day with feelings of gratitude
• Small gifts or tokens of appreciation
• Souvenirs for people overseas
• Various celebrations such as Respect for the Aged Day, longevity celebrations, retirement celebrations, and memorial ceremonies
Why not choose your favorite design and bring the colors of harmony into your daily life?
【Product Details】
• Size (approx.): Width 10cm (3.93in) × Length 10cm (3.93in) × Height 2.5cm (0.98in)
• Weight (approx.): 165g
• Materials: Hand-dyed Japanese paper, paper (undyed)
• Made in: Japan (Kyoto)
【Please Note】
The Japanese paper used in this product is all hand-dyed one sheet at a time by craftsmen in Kyoto. Therefore, you may notice some white spots or slight color variations.
These are characteristics of handmade work, so we kindly ask for your understanding before purchasing.
Connections with the Local Area and Society Are Also Important
All Fuwa Market original products are carefully handcrafted by Japanese artisans based in Kyoto.
In addition, some light tasks such as packaging preparation and tagging are carried out in cooperation with the employment support organization "tomoni."
This partnership was born from the experiences of Fuwa Market’s representative, Nishida, and his family.
By participating in the manufacturing site, we aim to create a work environment where users can connect with confidence and joy, and we return fair compensation (wages) accordingly.
Fuwa Market values
"The skills of craftsmen and the hands of related people come together to shape the product"
and cherishes such collaboration.
