Japanese tenugui have a natural home at a knife shop - the flat cotton weave takes traditional and contemporary designs equally well, and the range of motifs available in Japan is remarkable. We carry a rotating selection of designs chosen for their quality of printing and the strength of the image.
Kabuki theater has been one of Japan most expressive art forms since the Edo period, and the bold kumadori makeup worn by kabuki actors is among the most visually striking imagery in Japanese culture. The dramatic patterns - heavy lines of red, black, and blue applied to convey character and emotion - make for a powerful tenugui design.
Care Instructions: Dyed tenugui may fade slightly during the first two or three washes, so wash separately the first time using a gentle detergent. After washing, squeeze lightly to smooth out wrinkles and allow the towel to air dry. Both ends are intentionally left unhemmed in the traditional tenugui style and will fray slightly over time - simply trim loose threads as needed. The fraying will naturally stop and form a soft edge.
Kabuki theater has been one of Japan most expressive art forms since the Edo period, and the bold kumadori makeup worn by kabuki actors is among the most visually striking imagery in Japanese culture. The dramatic patterns - heavy lines of red, black, and blue applied to convey character and emotion - make for a powerful tenugui design.
Care Instructions: Dyed tenugui may fade slightly during the first two or three washes, so wash separately the first time using a gentle detergent. After washing, squeeze lightly to smooth out wrinkles and allow the towel to air dry. Both ends are intentionally left unhemmed in the traditional tenugui style and will fray slightly over time - simply trim loose threads as needed. The fraying will naturally stop and form a soft edge.
- Made in Japan
- Material: Cotton
- Design: Kabuki Theater Mask
- Length: 90 cm (35 inches)
- Width: 35 cm (13.75 inches)
- Finish: Unhemmed ends (traditional tenugui style)
