Double Gauze Tenugui, Japanese Towel, Ohadani yasashii Gauze tenugui, Dragonfly (White)

About this item

• Size: 13.3 in x 34.6 in
• Cotton 100%, Made in Japan
• This is NOT a Japanese traditional towel (Nihon-tenugui). The differnces between Nihon-tenugui and Gauze tenugui are 2 points. One is how to make the fabric, the other is being hemmed or not.The fabric of Gauze tenugui is softer, lighter and better water absorption than Nihon-tenugui. This towel is used double gauze and hemmed four sides.
• Tenugui is a Japanese style Towel. It is used to hand towel, Dishcloth, wrapping a lunch, gift, bottles and more. Four sides are being hemmed, it is easy to handle.
• The meaning of this pattern: Inspired by the dragonfly's brave forward flight, samurai felt a sense of valor in its movement and revered it as 'Kachimushi' (Victory Insect). This pattern became an auspicious symbol of courage and triumph, proudly adorned on various samurai armor and weaponry.