Hand-dyed fabric 100% cotton Kyoto craftsman finish Nanten pattern Happiness pattern Fuwa Market Original Price 1,540 yen (tax included) / Color: Red Red Blue Traditional patterns and craftsmanship are woven together to create a beautiful and practical tenugui The "Pattern of Happiness" series is an original design of Fuwa Market created in collaboration with textile designers, focusing on the "meaning of wishing for happiness" in traditional Japanese patterns. One of the series, Nanten, is a plant that has been popular for a long time as a "talisman" and "evil talisman". The auspicious motif has been designed in a modern way to fit into the modern lifestyle. ✔ Craftsmanship: Carefully dyeing one piece at a dyeing factory in Kyoto ✔ Modern traditional patterns: 3 types of patterns × fun to choose from in 2 colors ✔ Outstanding practicality: for everyday use such as tablecloths, stoles, covers, etc. ✔ Even for high-quality gifts: "Patterns of happiness" that convey special feelings The beauty of Japan that is close to daily life The size of the washcloth is 90 cm in height × 35 cm in width. It is almost the same size as a face towel, but it is thin and compact, so it is not bulky. The fabric is 100% cotton that becomes softer the more you use it, and is gentle to the touch. It adds a relaxing and soothing beauty to your daily life, such as wiping, wrapping, decorating, and rolling. [Instead of towels and handkerchiefs] Wipe your hands and face, wipe dishes, and towels. [Wrap around your head or neck] Put it on your head to protect yourself from sunburn and sweat, or wrap it around your neck as a stole. [Wrap] Wrap your lunch box and enjoy lunchtime. Also for carrying plastic bottles. [Dust protection] Cover it on dishes and computers to protect it from dust. Also available for book covers and tissue box covers. [As packaging] As a stylish and eco-friendly gift wrapping for sweets, bottles, mugs, etc. [As an interior] Tapestry or frame it as an accent in your room. It can also be used as a curtain or as a blindfold or partition. [Bag handle cover] Wrap it around the handle for a stylish look. Also used as a blindfold cover for a basket bag so that the contents cannot be seen. [Tablecloth] Spread it out on the table as an accent to decorate your dining table. Also as a placemat or coaster. [For travel] It is thin and lightweight, so it is easy to carry and dries quickly, making it convenient for travel. [On a half collar] As a half collar when wearing a kimono, it is a glimpse of the collar. [For a gift bag] The auspicious traditional pattern can be used long after you give it, so it's perfect for a gift bag. The appeal is that it can be used in multiple ways depending on the idea. As your favorite piece, it gently supports your daily life. Craftsmanship that highlights the charm of hand-dyeing This tenugui is an original fabric from Fuwa Market, a special gem that is hand-finished by craftsmen at a dyeing factory in Kyoto. It is attractive for its deep colors and unique textures using traditional techniques. When you look at the close-up of the pattern, you can feel the delicate color overlap unique to hand-dyeing. Subtle shades and bleeding enhance the texture unique to handwork, creating a unique beauty. By carefully dyeing each plate, it creates a depth and warmth that cannot be expressed through simple printing.   The finish is made with attention to detail and brings out the beauty of Japanese. Every time I use it, I can feel the meaning of the beautiful craftsmanship and traditional patterns of Japan. Please feel the charm of this texture and warmth created by the handiwork of craftsmen. Wishes and prayers contained in the southern astronomical pattern The southern sky of the amulet Nanten is a plant that was introduced from China during the Heian period and has been valued as a herbal medicine to suppress coughs since ancient times. It is popular as a lucky tree that bears many shiny red fruits from late autumn to early winter, and as a lucky tree that contains the wish to "turn difficulties into good fortune" from the reading "difficult turn". It also has the meaning of amulet, which is said to keep bad spirits at bay by placing it at the entrance. In the encyclopedia of the Edo period, it is said that "planting Nanten will prevent fires", and it is planted in an ominous direction as a "fire protection" in many private houses, and it is said to protect the safety of the house. The colors are warm red, Available in two refreshing blue colors. Although it has a calm color, it has a personality and adds a subtle Japanese color to everyday life. *Since it is made by cutting large fabrics, there are individual differences in the arrangement of the patterns. Please note.  Lineup of the "Pattern of Happiness" series Fuwa Market's "Patterns of Happiness" series offers modern designs of six traditional patterns. ・Ginkgo pattern (ginkgo sparkle, calling good luck) ・Checkered pattern (stylish checkerboard, traditional beauty) ・Plum pattern (plum without illness and disaster) ・Blue sea wave pattern (infinite waves are a symbol of abundance) ・South Heaven (South Heaven of the Amulet) ・Pine pattern (pine is a symbol of prosperity) Choose your favorite pattern and brighten up your daily life. Gems of "craftsmanship × traditional patterns" are perfect as gifts The "Pattern of Happiness" series is a special design that embodies the wishes of traditional Japanese patterns. It is an elegant finish that will be appreciated as a gift for your loved ones, and you will feel the spirit of Japan. ・Birthday gifts for friends and family, Christmas gifts ・As a gift for Mother's Day with gratitude ・In return for White Day ・As a souvenir for overseas people ・As a lucky charm that brings good luck, it can be used as a thank you or small gift Why not choose a design of your choice and incorporate Japanese colors into your daily life? 【Product Details】 ・Size (approx.): Height 90cm (35.43in) × Width 35cm (13.77in) ・Material: 100% cotton ・Production: Japan (Kyoto) Values connections with local communities and society All of Fuwa Market's original products are carefully finished by Japanese artisans in Kyoto and beyond. On top of that, we perform some light work, such as preparing packages and tagging, in cooperation with the employment support facility "tomoni" of our affiliated company. This collaboration was born from the experience of the family of Fuwa Market's representative, Nishida. By participating in the manufacturing site, we ask users to do the work they can to help them gain confidence and joy, and we give them back as compensation (wages). Fuwa Market is a "The skills of the craftsmen and the hands of the people involved combine to create a product that takes shape." We value such collaboration.