It came to be called a "checkered pattern" because a kabuki actor named "Sanogawa Ichimatsu" wore a hakama with this pattern on stage during the Edo period (1603-1868). It is known as an auspicious pattern with the meaning of prosperity. 

＞ ABOUT ARIMATSU SHIBORI

Item No : 06148437

Size for USA : Approximately 13 inch. wide and 35 inch. long
Size for World : Approximately 33cm. wide and 91cm. long

Material : 100% Cotton

Made in Japan

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Attention:

• Colors: Images 1 and 2 are closer in color to the actual product.
• Colors of the actual product may vary depending on the settings on your screen
• Slight differences in color are inherent to the nature of the raw materials and dyeing technique used to make the tenugui
• The odor of the dyes sometimes remains, but it will get more faint as you use the product. For more information, please check here.

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