Blue Asanoha Terry Tenugui

Baby blue, eye-catching geometric patterns of asanoha (hemp leaves) adorn this handsome towel. This traditional hexagonal pattern you may see on kimonos and washi paper is believed to bring a healthy and long life to its user. Whether you're a hemp enthusiast, or appreciate classic design, you can't go wrong with this oshare (fashionable) tenugui.

Oshare is right! These tenugui are made with 100% cotton and are so soft. A real joy to hold and feel between your fingers. While tenugui are typically used as a light-duty tea towel or as decoration, these tenugui have a thicker, near-terry weave that will come in handy in tenugui "extended technique." Use this as a handy sweat rag when doing yard work, for face-washing, wiping your coffee or tea station, or as a clever bandana.

Please note: colors may run during the first couple of washes, so be sure to wash separately with cold water to avoid color bleeding.

A note on the edges

The short ends of tenugui are unfinished. This is intentional. Traditionally, tenugui are left unsewn on the short ends so they dry faster, and stay more hygienic. And historically they would be quickly torn into strips for use as bandages or ties in an emergency.

Because of this, a small amount of fraying on the short ends is normal and expected. It's a traditional feature, not a flaw, and it will stop on its own after the first few washes as the weave settles.

You can also snip or pull off the fraying strings if you prefer.

Features:

• Dimensions: 31.25"L x 13.5"W
• Material: 100% cotton
• Made in Kyoto, Japan