{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-mino-straw-raincoat-wall-78882","title":"Vintage Japanese Mino Straw Raincoat Wall Object","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable vintage Japanese folk object based on the traditional “mino” — a plant-fiber rain garment once worn by farmers and people working outdoors throughout Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis smaller decorative example transforms the familiar form of the traditional raincoat into a compact hanging object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayers of natural plant fibers create a dense, highly textured silhouette, while the miniature woven elements and red cord details give the piece an extraordinary sculptural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTRADITIONAL JAPANESE MINO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore modern waterproof clothing became widespread, the mino was traditionally worn as protection from rain and snow during agricultural work and other outdoor activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from layers of natural plant fibers, its overlapping structure helped shed rain while allowing the wearer to move and work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, these objects offer a fascinating glimpse into Japanese rural material culture and the ingenuity of everyday folk craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMINIATURE WALL OBJECT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a full-size wearable mino, this piece was created as a smaller decorative wall hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts reduced scale emphasizes the construction and silhouette of the traditional form, turning an object rooted in rural life into an exceptionally distinctive piece of Japanese folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of coarse natural fibers, woven details, small attached elements, and flashes of red cord gives the piece an almost mask-like or ceremonial visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be displayed directly on a wall as a sculptural textile and fiber object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 22 cm \/ 8.66 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 35 cm \/ 13.78 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Mino-inspired wall decoration\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Natural plant fibers and woven materials\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e\nPeriod: Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece has been carefully preserved and remains remarkably clean for an object made primarily from natural plant materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo noticeable major damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural irregularities, loose or projecting fibers, variations in length, texture, shape, and coloration are inherent characteristics of the material and construction and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer carefully to the photographs for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind vintage piece. The photographs show the actual item you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53966310342963,"sku":null,"price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/il_fullxfull.8452127508_rnh0.jpg?v=1788101303","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-mino-straw-raincoat-wall-78882","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}