TENUGUI - Mountain - Traditional Japanese Cotton Towel

About TENUGUI

Wiping, wearing, wrapping, covering, decorating, gifting—TENUGUI, Japan’s traditional everyday cloth, has long been put to work in every corner of life, from the home to the job site. Slip one into a bag or pocket when you’re traveling or at an event and you’ll be ready for any unexpected need. Because TENUGUI have also played a role in Shinto rituals, people say they ward off evil and invite good fortune, serving as a handy good-luck charm as well.

Soft “Bun”-Weave Fabric

These TENUGUI use Bun-weave cotton cloth woven on shuttle looms in the Chita Peninsula of Aichi Prefecture, a region famed for cotton textiles since the Edo period. The slow shuttle-loom process puts little stress on the yarn, giving the fabric a gentle, supple hand. To preserve the cotton’s natural hue, the cloth is left unbleached, resulting in a warm, off-white tone.

Among TENUGUI fabrics, Bun weave uses slightly thicker yarns and a looser weave, so it absorbs sweat and water easily, dries quickly, and is ideal for everyday use. It also grows softer and molds to your skin the more you use it.

Many Ways to Use It

Beyond drying your hands, TENUGUI shine in countless situations. Find the style that suits your life and enjoy ENNICHI’s TENUGUI your way.

・Tissue-box cover

・Water-bottle holder

・Placemat on a table

・Dust cover on a shelf

Specifications

・Pattern placement varies from piece to piece.

・In keeping with traditional TENUGUI construction, the two short edges are left unsewn. This helps the cloth dry faster after washing and discourages bacterial growth.

 

Hand-Crafted by Artisans

Each TENUGUI is carefully printed by hand using traditional hand-stenciling techniques. Minor color variations or slight bleeding may appear—proof of true hand-dyeing and part of its charm.