Cranes, Yoga Mat
Five red-crowned cranes by Maruyama Ōkyo, Japan's master painter, 1733–1795. One lifting off. Four in varied states of motion and stillness on warm gold ground. In yogic tradition, crane pose — bakasana — demands exactly what Ōkyo captured: weight shifting forward, balance suspended, absolute focus.
In Japanese culture, the crane represents longevity, good fortune, and fidelity. The tradition of folding paper cranes gained its deepest meaning through Sadako Sasaki, whose story after the Hiroshima bombing became a symbol of peace and resilience. The bird endures.
• Rubber mat with a microsuede top
• Anti-slip rubber bottom
• Perfect for Hot yoga
• Size: 24″ × 68″ (61 cm × 173 cm)
• Weight: 62 oz. (1.75 kg)
• Mat thickness: 0.12″ (3 mm)
Your yoga mat is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!