Small Outdoor Decor -Koinobori Highlights Generic Brand Koinobori Description: Brand new and high quality This Japanese carp fish wind sock is also known as Koi Nobori or Koinobori. It would make a great colorful outdoor decoration for the home or the perfect marine flag for any boat. Waterproof, heavy duty with wire mouth, ready to hang! Material: Satin Length: approx. 40cm / 15.75 inch Open mouth diameter: approx. 5.5cm / 2.17 inch Specification: Meaning of Japanese Koinobori Carp has always been regarded for its determination and strong will. This notion of the carp being a symbol of strength and tenacity can be traced back to a legend in China where a saying goes that a carp can swim against the current up the fast-flowing Hwang Ho river to become a dragon . They are often shown in Japanese artwork as swimming up waterfalls or strong river currents. Throughout Japan, the Koi Nobori is displayed across the yards of every family's home, approximately one week before May 5th to one week after. On Japanese Boy's Day, May 5th each year, these windproof socks are flown to celebrate the safety, health and strength of the boys in every family in Japan. The colorful sight (especially when seen from the Train) is amazing as you see them littered across the countryside. Colorful carp streamers are a famous symbol to celebrate Children's Day. Many parents display them hoping the kids grow up Koi = carp Nobori = a thing like a flag. Package includes: 1 piece Japanese Koinobori Note: Please allow 1-3cm error due to manual measurement, please make sure you do not mind before you bid. Due to the difference between different monitors, the picture may not reflect the actual color of the item, please understand, thank you.