Tenugui Towel - Circles | Kamawanu

Rectangular, multifunctional cotton cloth with unstitched edges
Pattern: Kiki-Zake (circles)
Manufacturer: Kamawanu, Tokyo
Material: 100% hand-dyed cotton
Dimensions: 33x90 cm
Made in Japan

A tenugui is a traditional Japanese cotton cloth that has served a variety of purposes for centuries. These thin, quick-drying cloths were originally used to wipe sweat and water from the face and hands, or for washing the body during bathing. They were also worn as protection against cold, heat, or dust, and as head coverings at celebrations. Whether in the kitchen, bathroom, as a table runner in the dining room, or for wrapping items, these soft, patterned cloths, printed on both sides, add a beautiful and practical splash of color to any home.

Kamawanu was founded in Tokyo in 1987 and specializes in the production of tenugui. The scarves are dyed using the so-called "chusen" technique, which dates back to the Meiji period. In this dyeing technique, the lengths of fabric are dyed by hand, so that the patterns are visible on both sides. Since its inception, Kamawanu has designed over 500 tenugui patterns, thus making an important contribution to the preservation and transmission of the traditional dyeing craft.