Chouchou (Japanese) Tartan - available for PRE-ORDER

ChouChou Tartan - Availability

We are currently taking pre-orders of our Chouchou tartan. Please order in the usual way, and we will contact you as soon as it is available. Contact us to find out more info.

The Design of our Chouchou Tartan

This summery design blends blue, white, gold, and red. The cool blue tones evoke clear summer skies and tranquil waters, while crisp white reflects the bright, airy feel of the season. Accents of gold and red bring warmth and vibrancy. All of our tartan is woven locally with 100% British wool, and can be ordered by the metre or half metre. We can also create a bespoke Chouchou tartan product for you.

The Story behind our Chouchou Tartan

Chouchou is the Japanese word for butterfly, which are strongly linked with summer in Japan. They are often depicted in traditional art, poetry, and seasonal motifs, symbolising transformation, fleeting beauty, and the warmth of the season. Their graceful movements and presence in lush gardens make them a common summer symbol.

This is one of a set of 4 tartans in 'The Four Seasons' collection by designer David McGill. Created in 2008 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first treaty between Japan and the UK (1858), and the arrival of Thomas Blake Glover, the Scottish Samurai, in Nagasaki (1859).

Chouchou is a registered Tartan
STWR ref: 3204