Big swirling waves, small, quiet waves. Aomi wave pattern has a pop design with large and small arches overlapping like a fan. It is a great motif for people around the world who are close to the sea, and this design can be seen not only in Japan but also in Egypt and Persia. It also appeared in the story ``The Tale of Genji,'' which originated in the Heian period, and became popular among the common people again in the Edo period. The symbol of abundance and infinity has come to be loved as an auspicious motif, and is often given as a wedding gift or housewarming gift.