Tenugui with a bamboo pattern that reflects Japanese aesthetic sense
``Magaki'' means a fence made of coarsely woven bamboo or shiba.
They have colored people's lives since ancient times, and are also called ``mase'' or ``masegaki'' in some regions.
Designs such as the lattice doors of red-light districts and the ``himorogi,'' or yorishiro, which welcome the gods, are deeply connected to both daily life and religious beliefs.
This tenugui is a piece of hand towel dyed with the motif of such a traditional ``籬''. The simple yet dignified appearance brings calmness to the mind of the user.
For hand towels, lunch box wrappers, and placemats. If you frame it as an interior decoration, it will be perfect for creating a modern Japanese space.
This is a great item that would make a great souvenir for people from overseas, or as a gift for someone who loves Japanese culture.
Chusen dyeing brand “Rionzome”
Rienzome is a brand produced by the long-established Todaya Shoten, which was founded in the Meiji era.
Chusen is a traditional Japanese technique that is unique to Japan and is characterized by pouring dye into the cloth to create a bright color on both sides. The beauty of blurring and blurring is a unique handicraft quality that cannot be reproduced by machine dyeing.
Rion-dyed tenugui have excellent water absorption and quick drying properties, making them perfect for everyday use. The more you wash it, the softer it becomes and the more it blends into your skin, so you can use it for a long time.
The designs range from traditional patterns that evoke the elegance of the Edo period to modern patterns that suit modern lifestyles. It combines practicality and design and is perfect as a gift.
[Product specifications]
・Size: Approx. 37cm x 98cm (14.5 x 38.5 inches)
・Material: 100% cotton
・Dyeing technique: Chusen
・Production: Japan
[About care]
・For frayed ends, use scissors to trim long, frayed parts. After washing a few times (2-3 times), it will settle down and become less likely to fray.
・When washing, use plenty of water and wash by hand.
・Please avoid soaking.
-Color may fade and some shrinkage may occur due to washing.
[Notes]
・Please note that because this is a traditional craft [chusen], the color may transfer due to sweat or friction when you first use it.
-Colors may vary depending on the viewing environment.
