Description
Japanese Gauze Tenugui Cotton Hand Towel Multipurpose Cloth Blue Cherry Blossom. ●Condition : New . Description ●Condition : New ●Size: 32×88cm ●Material: Cotton 100% ●Note: What is a "Tenugui"? (Traditional Japanese Multi-Purpose Cloth) A Tenugui (手ぬぐい) is a traditional Japanese flat-woven cotton cloth that has been an essential part of daily life in Japan for centuries, dating back to the Heian period (794–1185) and flourishing during the Edo period. Unlike Western terry cloth towels, a Tenugui is completely flat, lightweight, and features beautifully dyed artistic patterns. It embodies the Japanese aesthetic of simplicity, functionality, and sustainable living. Key Features: Unfinished Edges (The Wisdom of Tradition): You will notice that the long edges are finished, but the short top and bottom edges are left unhemmed (cut raw) . This is an intentional, traditional design. It allows the towel to dry remarkably fast and prevents dirt or water from getting trapped in seams, keeping it hygienic. (Note: The fraying will naturally stop after a few washes as the threads settle). Incredibly Quick-Drying & Compact: Because it is thin and breathable, it dries in a fraction of the time of a regular towel. It folds up perfectly flat, making it the ultimate travel or everyday carry item. How to Use Your Tenugui (Versatile Multi-tool): In Japan, a Tenugui is praised for having "a hundred uses." Here are just a few ways you can enjoy it: As a Towel: Perfect for drying your hands, face, or body. Ideal for hiking, camping, or sports. Fashion Accent: Wear it as a stylish neck scarf for sun and sweat protection, or wrap it around your head as a bandana/head wrap. Interior Decor: Because of the stunning patterns, many people frame them like tapestry or use them as elegant table runners and placemats. Eco-Friendly Wrapping: Use it to wrap eco-friendly gifts, wine bottles, or bento lunch boxes (Furoshiki style). Shipping The default shipping method is eBay SpeedPAK Economy, but you can upgrade to an expedited option for an additional fee. Please select your preferred shipping method at the time of purchase. International Buyers For customers outside the United States, import duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine these additional costs prior to bidding or buying. Additionally, if the delivery address is in a remote area, there may be additional charges by FedEx or DHL. For shipments to the United States, the shipping cost is higher because import duties are included in the shipping fee.