For use with a kamidana (Shinto household altar). Please welcome the New Year with a new shimenawa (sacred straw rope). Total length: approximately 65cm Four shide (zigzag paper strips), considered the most common, are included. If you need more, please send a message after purchase. The rope is made of three strands of makomo (Zizania latifolia) twisted together, with seima (sacred hemp fiber) wrapped around it. It has a pleasant fragrance of makomo. ~About Makomo~ It is said that Susanoo first planted makomo on Earth when there were no other plants. Since ancient times, it has been called "the grass where gods reside" and has been treasured as a sacred object and spiritual grass in shrines throughout Japan. It is used in the shimenawa of shrines across Japan, including Izumo Taisha, that enshrine Susanoo. ~About Seima~ Since ancient times, it has been said to "purify impurities that cannot be cleansed by water or salt," and has been used in Japanese traditions and Shinto rituals, such as the shimenawa and suzu-nawa (bell ropes) of shrines, and the shimenawa of yokozuna (grand sumo wrestlers). From ancient times, it was believed that "gods reside in hemp," and it is said to have effects of "warding off evil spirits and protecting against evil," and "purifying impurities that cannot be cleansed by salt or water." It signifies "people's growth, development, prosperity in business, and prosperity of descendants," and is deeply connected to us as a "lucky charm." "Hemp" is used in the shimenawa of Ise Jingu Shrine. Makomo and seima are yin and yang. Makomo is the energy that attracts yin. It purifies your negativity. Seima is the energy that attracts yang. It attracts good energy. It seems that the protective effect is enhanced by using makomo and seima as a set. It will be shipped slightly rolled up. Thank you for viewing.