Not only are furoshiki reusable and eco-friendly, but they also bring beauty and tradition to everyday tasks. All our furoshiki are made in Japan and come in a wide range of colors and patterns to suit any occasion.
But have you ever wondered what size furoshiki you need? You're not alone! We often get questions like: 'Which one’s best for wrapping a picnic bento?' or 'Can I use it as a bag?’.
Furoshiki are traditional Japanese wrapping cloths used for everything from carrying bento boxes to eco-friendly gift wrapping. But with so many sizes available, it can be tricky to choose the right one.
This guide will help you find the best furoshiki size for your needs—whether you're wrapping lunch, giving a present, or creating a reusable shopping bag.
Common Furoshiki Sizes and Uses
Here’s a simple overview of popular furoshiki sizes and what they’re best suited for:
45-50 cm Furoshiki: Small yet versatile
This size is your dependable everyday-use furoshiki. It's perfect for wrapping small, medium and most large bento boxes. (Watch our bento-wrapping tutorial here.)
It's also great for sustainable gift wrapping for smaller presents. Your reusable furoshiki gift wrapping will make your present even more special! This adorable cat furoshiki is especially great for animal-lovers. You can even slip it into your bag to use as a handkerchief/ thin hand-towel while on on the go (works best with cotton furoshiki).
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68-70 cm Furoshiki: Medium yet Extraordinary.
These generously sized furoshiki are perfect for wrapping picnic sized bento boxes. You can make a statement when transporting your yummy food to a picnic or gathering, like with the beautiful red and white Chojyugiga Rabbit Frog Monkey Furoshiki decorated with art from classic Japanese picture scrolls.
It can also be used to elegantly wrap medium-sized gifts and even wine bottles!
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90+ cm Furoshiki: Large and dynamic
Even more expansive than the 68-70cm furoshiki, this size also works well for wrapping large picnic sized bento boxes, carrying groceries or wrapping bulky gifts.
Beyond wrapping though, this size furoshiki can also be transformed into an attractive bag using the wooden magnetic Patchin Wooden Handle as modeled here with the medium-sized Hime Musubi Furoshiki 70cm | Folding Fan Lemon Yellow
Want to instantly add some artwork to your walls? These large furoshiki can serve as a stunning wall-hanging, just like with the 104cm Large Hokusai Ukiyo-e Furoshiki | South Wind, Clear Sky, or be used as luggage covers!
Bento Wrapping Tips
If you're choosing a furoshiki for a bento box, we recommend measuring the diagonal of your furoshiki first. A cloth that's 2 to 3 times the width of your bento box will give you the best wrapping results. For most standard bento boxes, a 45-50 cm furoshiki is ideal.
Want to learn how to stylishly wrap using your furoshiki? Check out our video tutorial explaining several different wrapping styles. This PDF guide also explains many great wrapping methods.
Still Need Help Choosing?
We hope this little guide helps unpack the best uses for our different sized furoshiki. Are there creative ways that you use furoshiki, that aren't included here? Let us know in the comments below!
Also, if you are still a bit unsure what furoshiki is best for you, explore our complete Furoshiki Collection, or just send us an email at contact@bentoandco.com and our dedicated support team will be happy to help you out.