The Tougarashi is a traditional Japanese talisman woven with eight dried chili peppers, a number often associated with good fortune in Japan. For generations, chili peppers have been believed to ward off evil spirits, malice, and misfortune, protecting the household from harm.
Hanging a Tougarashi in your home is more than decoration — it is a symbolic gesture of safeguarding loved ones and creating a shield against negative influences. Rooted in Japanese folk tradition, it also carries a quiet wish for happiness and well-being.
Size: 45 × 6 cm
Material: Rice straw, dried chili peppers (8 pieces)