Tenugui Ukiyoe

The Ukiyoe tenugui is decorated with a scene inspired by traditional Japanese woodblock prints. The vertical lines evoke heavy rain, while the shades of blue, silhouettes and architectural elements create an elegant composition full of movement.

Ukiyo-e is a Japanese woodblock print art form that developed during the Edo period. These works often depicted landscapes, scenes from everyday life, kabuki actors and famous places in Japan.

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, this tenugui can be used as a hand towel, small towel, reusable wrapping, wall decoration or accessory. Its vertical format and Japanese print-inspired design also make it suitable for displaying as a small textile artwork.

Thanks to its lightweight and compact format, it dries quickly and fits easily into a bag. Its ukiyo-e design also makes it a lovely gift for anyone who appreciates Japanese art, culture and design.

Product details

Motif: Japanese Ukiyo-e print
Approximate dimensions: 87 to 90 × 35 cm
Material: 100% cotton
Colour: blue, white and red
Made in Japan

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