These cloths were made using reed thread and and organic cotton by the Kyoto based social business Rikuno Wa. The reed beds next the Uji river in Kyoto are roosting grounds for swallows. It is important to maintain the habitat, and cutting in the winter time, allows for thicker vegetation when the swallows need it next. The mission of the small Rikuno Wa company is to find sustainable uses for the cut reed materials, in order to generate funds for conservation. Here the reeds (yoshi) are woven into the fabric of these cloths suitable for cleaning, wiping or table decoration. Each cloth is 38cm x 38cm, and weighs 10g. They are presented in three bird themed colours: Kingfisher blue, uguisu green and reed warbler cream. About Rikuno Wa The reedbeds of Kyoto are vital roosting grounds for swallows. Such rich ecosystems were once found in wetlands all over Japan, but have frequently been lost. Active management is hence important to maintain the areas in as vibrant health as po