Gallery Kumiko Designs Kawari Urahana Kikko (Variant Backflower Tortoiseshell)

Kawari Urahana Kikko (Variant Backflower Tortoiseshell)

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This pattern has adorned courtly furnishings, clothing, and palanquins since the Heian period. Its distinctive style endures as a celebratory motif for longevity and good fortune. "Kawari urahana" refers to a deformed variation of the standard urahana design, with added triangles that evoke even more beautiful petal shapes.

Kawari Urahana Kikko (Variant Backflower Tortoiseshell)

Traditional Pitch

A layout style used in kumiko transoms in traditional Japanese architecture. Intricate kumiko patterns create limitless design possibilities and a striking visual presence.

Applications

Kumiko transoms / Artistic kumiko / High-end joinery

Medium Pitch

With a balanced density, these patterns harmonize with a wide range of settings. When incorporated into sliding doors and entryways, they elevate the overall space with refined elegance.

Applications

Kumiko shoji / Doors / Sliding doors (general joinery)

Large Pitch

Bold kumiko designs stand out clearly in spacious environments. Their subtle playfulness adds charm without feeling excessive, allowing them to blend naturally even into casual spaces.

Applications

Kumiko shoji / Large partitions *Shoji paper or frosted acrylic recommended