Large swirling waves and small calm waves. The blue ocean wave pattern with overlapping arcs resembles a quilted design. It is a great motif for people around the world who are close to the sea, and you can see this design not only in Japan but also in Egypt and Persia. It appears in the Heian period's 'Genji Monogatari' and was popular among the common people during the Edo period. It is loved as a good motif symbolizing abundant happiness and infinite symbols, and is given as a gift for weddings and housewarming celebrations.