Furoshiki knots

The two furoshiki knots

Most furoshiki wrapping begins with two knots: hitotsumusubi, a single knot, and mamusubi, a secure double knot.

Learn these first. The rest becomes simple.

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Most furoshiki wrapping uses two simple knots.
Nothing more is needed.

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Hitotsumusubi (single knot)

A single knot to secure a corner.

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Mamusubi (double knot)

Cross the ends. Tie firmly.