Work in Japan: Japan Biz Cultural Words
Mizuhiki (水引 みずひき)

Mizuhiki (水引 みずひき) In Japan, strands of paper string (mizuhiki) are used to decorate gifts and ceremonial utensils in much the same way ribbons are used in the West. Not only are they colorful, but a mark of elegance and respect. When you attend a wedding ceremony, you put a congratulatory gift money in these […]

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