Since ancient times, horses have been indispensable to people's lives, used for agriculture, transportation, and more. Their strength has made them symbols of "health" and "a bountiful harvest." They are also a popular gift for celebrations and milestones, as they are considered auspicious, representing "things going well" and "good luck rushing in." This is a hand towel dyed using the "Chusen" (pouring dye) method. Chusen involves placing a stencil (the same length as one hand towel) on the fabric, applying paste, folding the fabric, and applying paste again. This is repeated about 20 times. Then, dye is poured from above and sucked up from below with a compressor. Because the dye penetrates to the bottom, the fabric is dyed evenly on both sides. This is a traditional technique, and because it is dyed by hand by artisans, please understand that there may be unevenness in the dyeing, such as bleeding or blurring. This is how the flavorful patterns are created and is also a characteristic of "Chusen." When washing, using hot water may cause the dye to run and bleed or fade. Be sure to use cold water and wash by hand. Use a neutral detergent. Also, do not leave it wet. Due to the characteristics of the material, it may shrink slightly the first time it is washed. Material: 100% cotton Size: Width approx. 36cm, Length approx. 94cm Made in Japan ★ Although unused, please understand that it has been stored at home before purchasing. ★ Price negotiations are not possible. ★ No smokers or pets. Hama-monyou Kamawanu Nijiyura Furoshiki bag Furoshiki bag Furoshiki Textile Fabric Nordic Hand towel Tenugui Nijiyura Hama-monyou Kamawanu Furoshiki Hand towel Japanese pattern Towel Mask making Handmade Fabric Double gauze Cotton fabric 100% cotton