Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Gold Peony BA99 snack bowl a warm or cool damp

a warm or cool damp small hand towel or washcloth is part of most restaurant and home culture

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Kanji on the  cover means red bamboo

Vintage Chinese Lacquer Wood Serving Tray

Japanese Buddhist Altar Silk Tablecloth Uchishiki Vtg Triangle Gold Peony BA99 snack bowl a warm or cool dampJapanese Uchishiki Embroidered Buddhist Altar Tablecloth This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist altar tablecloth, or uchishiki. Made of silk, the backside has a white chrysanthemum and paulownia floral design. The main part is largely gold with small chrysanthemums and large peonies in red, teal, and coral colors. Like the chrysanthemum, peonies (botan) are a common feature in traditional Japanese designs and symbolize wealth and prosperity. Uchishiki is