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Rienzome Fashionable Tenugui Scarf, IROHA nezu

$27.55

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"Tenugui" is often translated as "Japanese towel", but this translation fails to cover their versatility and cultural significance. Tenugui are not only used as hand towels and handkerchiefs, but also function as fashion items, gift wrapping, souvenirs, sweat bands and padding (e.g. in the martial arts kendo), and of course as decorative items due to their often beautiful, funny or nostalgic patterns.

This Tenugui Scarf is made from a softer material and has a longer dimension, so that it can be worn as a beautiful Japanese fashion accessory. As the fabric is light and breathable, it can be comfortably be worn year-round even during summer.

Pattern: The word iroha means "the basics or the fundamentals of a certain domain" - often referred to as "the ABCs". It is based the old "Iroha" poem, which historically served as a kind of alphabet. This pattern therefore often signifies starting something from the start, which is a great meaning. It makes for a meaningful souvenir or gift during important events and changes in life and therefore is a popular pattern on Japanese crafts.

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Tenugui are thin Japanese cotton hand towels. They are generally 35 by 90 centimeters, plain woven and usually have a specific pattern or image. They are very versatile and are therefore make very popular gifts and souvenirs.
Traditionally, tenugui were used as napkins and towels. Men also used them as extra padding for head wear and tied them around their head to keep sweat out of their eyes during summer. The Chinese characters for ‘tenugui’ translate into ‘hand’ and ‘wipe’ and definitely fail to capture the rich history, versatility and craftsmanship behind these cloths.
Tenugui is a special product. Handmade, hand painted and with a lot of cultural history, it is a unique and beautiful Japanese craft and makes a versatile gift. As they are reusable and biodegradable, they are a great investment which you can enjoy for a long time.

Care Instructions
Tenugui cotton is very gentle on the skin, durable and light. It easily absorbs sweat and moisture and dries quickly. The more you use them, the softer they become.
- New tenugui may give off color when getting wet. It is recommended to wash them with cold water and without other laundry the first 3-4 times.
- Please avoid using optical brighteners and bleaches.
- Please note that even highly alkaline detergents may discolor or damage the fabric.
- After washing, please carefully stretch out and air dry. Dryers are not recommended.
Rienzome is the brand name of traditional cloth maker TODAYA, established in 1872, currently run by the 6th generation. ‘Rien’ means the people of Kabuki and traditional dancing, and the brand name therefore refers to this world as they have always loved and cherished the art of tenugui.

Rienzome uses 100% cotton and hand-dyes all their tenugui and yukata’s (summer kimono) according to traditional chusen dyeing method.

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