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What makes shuro brooms different from ordinary brooms?
Shuro brooms are handmade from natural palm fibers, not synthetic materials. They are softer, more flexible, and far more durable than common brooms, allowing gentle sweeping without damaging delicate surfaces such as tatami, wood floors, or stone. Over time, the fibers naturally adapt to your space.
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Why are shuro brooms traditionally handmade in Japan?
Shuro broom making is a traditional craft passed down through generations, particularly in regions like Wakayama. Each broom is bound and shaped by hand to balance flexibility, density, and longevity, something machines cannot replicate. This craftsmanship reflects Japan’s philosophy of monozukuri: respect for materials, function, and everyday beauty.
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How doshuro brooms fit into Japanese cultural heritage?
In Japan, cleaning is considered a mindful daily ritual, not a chore. Shuro brooms have long been used in temples, tea houses, and traditional homes, where silence, care, and respect for space matter. Using one today continues this cultural practice, maintaining harmony between home, body, and
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