Delicate handwork in a small cotton ball

What Is Temari?

Temari, meaning “handball” in Japanese, originated centuries ago as a cherished pastime among aristocratic women. While such scenes are no longer part of modern life, the intricate techniques and spirit of Temari-making have been carefully passed down through generations.

A Contemporary Reimagination of Tradition

At the Sanuki Kagari Temari atelier, this fading cultural tradition is lovingly preserved and reimagined as contemporary craft. Each Temari is made by hand, wrapped in layers of cotton thread dyed with natural colors extracted from plants and trees. Every delicate stitch forms a kaleidoscopic pattern, radiating warmth and the gentle beauty of nature.

By Emotion International offers a special collection of solid-colored Temari that bring a modern sensibility to this traditional art form. While Temari are usually brightly colored, these refined variations allow you to appreciate the precision of each pattern in its purest form.

Crafted with Meaning – Three Color Variations

Harvest yellow

A vibrant 92-faceted looped design in botanical yellow dye. This auspicious pattern symbolizes continuity and the good fortune of things proceeding smoothly without end.

Pure white

A gentle and refined design featuring 32 floral motifs in soft white cotton thread. It embodies purity, calmness, and quiet elegance.

Indigo blue

Though it appears solid at first glance, this Temari is intricately woven with five traditional Japanese shades—asagi, nodo, hanada, navy blue, and kachiiro. A floral pattern (hana-temari) expresses the nuanced depth of ancient color culture in Japan.

A Cultural Accent for Modern Living

Temari were once playthings. Today, they are treasured as ornaments, gifts, or expressions of Japan’s enduring craftsmanship. Whether displayed in your home or given as a thoughtful present, these hand-stitched spheres carry the quiet grace of tradition—made modern.

○Specifications

• Material: rice husk, thin paper, cotton thread
• Size:(Harvest yellow) diameter 9 × circumference 28 cm (3.5” × 11”)　(Pure white) diameter 8.6 × circumference 27 cm (3” × 9.4”)  (Indigo blue) diameter 7.6 × circumference 24 cm (3.4” × 10.6”)
• Accessories: paulownia wood box for storage, a ring for putting up a temari and some mini temaris

○Shipping

• Shipping within 10 days.
  If the product is not in stock, it will be produced after the order is placed, which takes about one month. If you want it sooner, please contact us before purchasing.
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