Tenugui Japanese Towel

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Shop Tenugui Japanese towels and related Japanese-style cloths in cat, floral, children’s and graphic designs. Traditional Tenugui are long, narrow Japanese cloths commonly made from lightweight cotton, but the live assortment also includes some broader towel products. Check each listing carefully if you specifically want a traditional Tenugui rather than a general hand, hair or decorative towel. Material, dimensions, edge finish, absorbency and care vary by product. Do not assume every item is authentic Japanese-made Tenugui, 100% cotton, handmade, naturally dyed or suitable for the same uses. Jump to: what is Tenugui · Tenugui vs towel · how to choose · size · uses · raw edges · materials · care · FAQs What Is a Tenugui? A Tenugui is a traditional Japanese cloth with a long, narrow shape. It has historically been used for drying, wiping, wrapping, headwear, decoration and many other everyday purposes. Traditional Tenugui are often made from lightweight cotton and are known for drying relatively quickly compared with thicker terry towels. However, that should not be extended to every item in this collection because some current products use different towel formats and materials. Tenugui vs Regular Towel Feature Traditional Tenugui Typical terry towel Shape Long and narrow Many sizes and proportions Fabric structure Usually flat woven Often looped terry Thickness Usually lightweight Often thicker Common uses Wiping, wrapping, headwear, decoration, carrying small items Primarily drying and household use A product tagged into this collection is not automatically traditional Tenugui simply because it is a towel. Use the exact dimensions, material and construction to distinguish the product type. How to Choose a Tenugui Japanese Towel Check the dimensions. Traditional Tenugui have a distinct long, narrow format, while some related towels are square or much wider. Verify the material. Cotton, microfiber and other fabrics behave differently for drying, wrapping and decora