Woodblock Print Stuffed Bird - Japanese Paradise Flycatcher Pencil Case 18” x 18"

18” x 18"

Founded in the 16th century

It is infinitely versatile

fortuitous) monyō (motif) are used in Asia as decorative designs to bring good fortune or forestall bad luck

Machine wash (laundry mesh bag recommended)

Woodblock Print Stuffed Bird - Japanese Paradise Flycatcher Pencil Case 18” x 18"The rustic and charming Japanese paradise flycatcher (sankch) is printed on cotton using a woodblock and stuffed with rice husks. The rice husks give the perfect amount of volume and firmness to bring the expertly shaped and printed creature to life. The flycatcher is a migratory bird native to southeastern Asia and the males have exceptionally long tails. Its Japanese name sankch literally means "three lights bird" and derives from its song, which