Kabamaru is a gray and black striped cat, and the leader of the pack. In this mischievous scene, Kabamaru and his pals take on the big, bad, red oni (demon). As part of the festivities on Setsubun no Hi (the start of spring), kids throw soy beans at oni who try to enter the house. Use furoshiki to dress up a suit pocket for a wedding, wrap up your bento, a bottle of sake or wine as a gift, or wipe the sweat off your brow during your next hike. Hajime Okamoto was born in 1942 in Osaka and is a celebrated calligrapher and artist. He was greatly influenced by his time spent in China in the 80s, and returned to Japan to create the Kabamaru series in 1998. Okamoto calls his paintings "Ink Pop Art" and actively exhibits his work throughout the country. Features: Artwork by Hajime Okamoto Dimensions: 19 7/8"L x 19 7/8"W Material: 100% cotton Made in Kyoto, Japan
