Tenugui Sanmasu

This Japanese tenugui features a pattern inspired by Sanmasu (三升), a traditional geometric design composed of square shapes reminiscent of the old masu, the traditional Japanese wooden measuring boxes. The different squares are printed in white on a deep indigo blue background, creating an elegant composition that highlights the beauty of traditional Japanese geometric patterns.

A tenugui (手拭い) is a thin Japanese cotton towel that is lightweight, absorbent and easy to carry. In Japan, it has been used in everyday life for generations.

Versatile and practical, it can be used for drying your hands, wrapping an item or bento box, decorating a table or hanging on the wall as textile art. It can also be worn as a small scarf or headband, or used as reusable gift wrapping.

Its lightweight fabric dries quickly and fits easily into a bag. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Sanmasu (三升) pattern, this tenugui also makes a wonderful gift for lovers of Japan, traditional Japanese patterns and unique textiles.

Product details

Pattern: traditional Japanese Sanmasu (三升) geometric motif
Approximate dimensions: 90 × 33 cm
Material: 100% cotton
Colours: indigo blue and white
Made in Japan

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