Why We Love It

This artistic noren curtain features an exuberant red carp artwork by esteemed contemporary visual artist Hideki Kimura. The koi carp is a symbol of luck, prosperity, and good fortune in Japanese culture. This series of original hand-painted murals by Kimura can be seen in Osaka’s historic Japanese garden Taiko-En.

How To Use Your Noren

Unlike typical noren curtain which are traditionally made from cotton or linen, this thoughtful noren design is made from 100% polyester to prevent wrinkles and minimize the appearance of dirt, dust, and other forms of discoloration. Furthermore, this noren fabric allows for greater privacy and is designed to last when used either outdoors or indoors.

Noren may be used indoors to create a partition between kitchen and dining areas, bathroom and corridor, or between living and work spaces. Why not use a noren to enhance your shops or restaurants, as is customary in Japan? Noren can even be used as decorative wall hangings as they require little tools for installation.

Why Choose Noren from Ki Yan Studio?

Hideki Kimura, the "rock star" painter from Kyoto, blends Japan’s rock music scene with traditional culture in his dynamic art. Located in Kyoto's Gion district, Ki Yan Studio offers unique personal goods like clothing, tableware, and stationery, all featuring Kimura's distinctive murals. His iconic designs, inspired by East Asian symbols such as carp fish and lotus flowers, bring a vibrant touch of Kyoto's artistic heritage into your everyday life.

Details

Japanese Noren Curtain
Made in Japan
Free Signature Musubi gift-wrapping.
Polyester
Curtain only, does not include curtain rail or installation equipment.
Product Code: 38483RD
For best results hand wash, or machine-wash in a laundry net. Do not mix with other colors and do not tumble-dry.
Size: Length 56” x Width 33” (145cm x 83cm)

Art Noren