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Great Wave Graphic Noren Japanese Door Curtain

Great Wave Graphic Noren Japanese Door Curtain

SKU: MWS-R-40W-K011

$82.45
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The Japanese style door curtain (noren; 暖簾) originated as a way for Japanese shopkeepers and homeowners to protect their space from dirt and weather while still allowing fresh air and light into the premises. Noren curtains are often used in outdoor doorways where they double as a form of signage for businesses. They are also hung indoors to divide spaces while providing some degree of privacy. Visit our blog to learn more about the history of the Japanese noren curtain.

This traditional Japanese noren features the famous artwork The Great Wave off Kanagawa (神奈川沖浪裏), a Japanese woodblock print created by Katsushika Hokusai (1760 - 1849 AD) in 1831.

'The Great Wave' as it is commonly known as, is one of the most famous pieces to come from Japan's ukiyo-e (浮世絵; floating world) era, which produced much of the most recognizable Japanese art. This style is known for depicting everyday life of Japanese citizens and later the the more hedonistic sects of society, such as red light districts and kabuki theaters, through a blend of realistic and surrealistic styles. Hokusai was considered to be a master of this art form, with The Great Wave being one of the most popular and reproduced pieces of art in the world.

As is custom, the Great Wave Graphic Noren Japanese Door Curtain is designed with a center split in the fabric to allow for easy passage through doorways.

Details
  • Features a convenient center split design.
  • Size: 32" W x 59" L.
  • Fabric: polyester/ rayon blend.
  • Made in Japan.
  • Tension rod sold separately.

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Our Shipping and Lead Time Policy and Procudures

At J-Life International, we take great pride in crafting our textile items by hand in the US, honoring authentic Japanese traditions. (Our Tatami Mats are imported, but crafted strictly from authentic Japanese materials.) We prioritize quality over speed and never cut corners to meet a deadline, so we deeply appreciate your patience during busy production periods.

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Standard Shipping (FedEx & UPS Ground)

Orders may ship in multiple boxes and arrive on different dates. For example, each Tatami mat ships in its own box. You will receive tracking information once your shipment leaves our Massachusetts warehouse.

  • Shikifutons, Tatami Mats, Fabric Yardage & Lifestyle Items: Typically leave our warehouse within 1–2 business days. Orders placed after Friday afternoon ship out the next business day.

  • Made-To-Order Textiles (Covers, Pillows & Noren): Because these are handcrafted to order, they typically require 5–7 business days to produce before shipping.

  • Combined Orders: If your order contains both ready-to-ship and made-to-order items, everything will ship together once the custom items are finished (unless your order qualifies for an oversized split shipment below).

Oversized Shipments (Metropolitan Warehouse & Delivery)

Large orders shipping to the contiguous 48 states and Washington, DC qualify for specialized freight delivery. (Note: Oversized shipments to North and South Dakota ship via FedEx Home Delivery; Alaska and Hawaii ship via UPS.)

Qualifying Oversized Orders:

  • Tatami Mat Room Kits

  • TwinXL, Queen and Full Tatami Mat Bedding Bundles

  • 2 or more Large Tatami Mats (European Full, Standard, or Queen sizes)

  • Full or Queen Shikifutons ordered alongside 2 or more Large Tatami Mats

Metropolitan Delivery Details:

  • Transit Time: 3–10 days. (Northeast/New England averages 3 days; West Coast deliveries take up to 10 days).

  • Threshold Service: Deliveries are appointment-based and will be placed in a garage or at a covered threshold when available.

  • Signature Required: Someone must sign for the delivery. If you prefer, you can contact customer service to waive this requirement and accept full responsibility for the unattended delivery.

  • Split Shipments to Save Time: To prevent delays, qualifying oversized items will ship immediately via Metropolitan (1–2 days). Any remaining items in your order (like made-to-order covers or pillows) will ship separately via FedEx Home Delivery once they are finished.

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International Shipments

We are happy to ship all over the world via DHL International shipping. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Please note that this shipping cost does not include any applicable duties, taxes, or fees, which are the responsibility of the recipient.

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