Traditional Japanese folk art on a miniature scale.
Miwa Temari reimagines the traditional Japanese craft of temari as modern jewelry. Meticulously embroidered by hand, each piece is a unique and precious creation. Designed to be effortlessly styled for modern fashion, this jewelry remains true to its historical roots.
Silk threads have a soft pleasant shine and are produced in many delicate hues. Colors are carefully selected and coordinated.
Silk is a natural material, pleasant for skin and is a comfortable jewelry to wear. Not only embroidery, but temari base (dodai) is also wrapped in pure Japanese silk.
Temari embroidered with real silver thread and hand-pressed real gold leaf thread are truly remarkable pieces. These exceptional threads are made in Kyoto using traditional techniques. Real silver and gold shine create a refined image, elevating the art of temari to a new level.
Japanese temari balls make unique and precious gifts. Miwa Temari home decor is the perfect accent for both Japanese and Western interiors.
Following traditional methods, the base of the Temari ball is stuffed with rice husks. The delicate and sophisticated embroidery is finished with fine silk threads.
These colourful and beautiful temari patterns are perfect as Christmas ornaments. Miwa Temari ornaments are embroidered with pure Japanese silk on a silk base.
Special items are created using real silver threads to add an extra sparkle to the festive season.
There are beautiful things that can only be made by hand.
Centuries ago, temari balls were created to be given as gifts, carrying prayers for health and prosperity. The hours of work that went into the stitching of each temari carried deep emotional significance. These handcrafted objects were destined to be cherished.
Learn more about the history of Japanese Temari
08/2025 US customers: on August 27, 2025 Japan Post suspended shipping to the United States until further notice.
All Miwa Temari products are handmade in Tokyo by an advanced level temari master and instructor, certified by Japanese Temari Association (日本手まりの会).
