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23 February 2008

Wrapping and unwrapping. i'm torn. On one hand, wasteful excess, on another, innovative, thoughtful designs and pretty! i do loves me a reusable container though.

post by: ethylene at: 18:59 | 3 comments

I think the Japanese \culture has produced the world's best wrappings.

posted by Miko 23 February | 20:25

In 2006, the Japanese Ministry of the Environment promoted the use of the furoshiki (a traditional wrapping cloth) to reduce waste from bags and other packaging. Here's the story from the Ministry's website and their guide to different wrapping styles.

posted by youngergirl44 24 February | 00:03

I'm a sucker for great packaging and I'd love to visit Japan. I'd probably come home with bags full of interestingly packaged stuff with no idea what's in it because I bought it just for looks.

posted by deborah 25 February | 14:25

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