Why We Love It Pale pink cherry blossoms may be the undisputed symbol of spring in Japan, but it’s the iris, as featured in Utagawa Hiroshige’s iconic Horikiri Iris, that is a symbol of the noble samurai. The thin leaves resemble the curve and sharpness of a samurai sword, while the Japanese characters for iris, when read with alterable readings, is pronounced shobu, the same word as victory in Japanese. Hand-stenciled in Tokyo with the traditional chūsen dyeing method onto 100 % cotton, this 15” x 35” (37cm × 90cm) tenugui softens with every wash, ready to serve as a towel, eco-wrap, or striking wall art. How to Use Your Tenugui Towel Lightweight, absorbent, and fast-drying, tenugui are the original do-everything cloth: Décor: frame it or display with a Japanese cypress hanger for instant art Daily essentials: hand towel, washcloth, headscarf, or sweat wipe on hot days Home & kitchen: tea towel, table runner, dish dryer, or reusable book cover Travel companions: compact beach towel, picnic napkin, or sustainable gift wrap Why Choose Tenugui from Rienzome? Founded in 1874, Rienzome specializes in hand-stenciled tenugui featuring masterpieces by artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige. Premium cotton, vibrant two-sided chusen dyeing, and a slightly wider cut give each cloth rich color that ages beautifully—ready for everyday use or elegant display. Details 100% Cotton Japanese tenugui Handmade in Japan Size 36” x 15” (92 x 37cm) Product code: 35491WH Tenugui only, does not include tapestry hanger. Machine-washable, but do not mix with other colors. Do not tumble-dry. Please note, the ends of tenugui are traditionally left unhemmed. They will stop fraying after a few washes. If you wish to remove any loose threads, cut them off with scissors.
