Tenugui earn their keep as kitchen towels, hand towels, headbands, gift wrap, and wall hangings all at once. The flat cotton weave is thinner and lighter than terrycloth, dries faster, and takes on designs that would look muddy on a looped pile fabric. They also make excellent gifts precisely because they are useful rather than decorative-only.
Japan has a long and affectionate relationship with cat imagery in art and design, from the maneki-neko lucky cat to countless kawaii illustrations. This kitty design takes a cheerful, accessible approach - the kind of image that brings a smile when it is hanging in a kitchen or tucked into a gift for someone who appreciates both Japanese craft and cats.
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.
Japan has a long and affectionate relationship with cat imagery in art and design, from the maneki-neko lucky cat to countless kawaii illustrations. This kitty design takes a cheerful, accessible approach - the kind of image that brings a smile when it is hanging in a kitchen or tucked into a gift for someone who appreciates both Japanese craft and cats.
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: Cat (Neko)
- Length: 90 cm (35 inches)
- Width: 35 cm (13.75 inches)
- Finish: Unhemmed ends (traditional tenugui style)
