Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Hana Fukin (Flower Cloth) - Sumire (Violet) Approximately 58 x 58 cm, 100% cotton, two layers of mosquito net fabric Edge stitching: Bag stitch finish (handmade) Made in Japan This is a dishcloth made from mosquito net fabric, which was both practical and a rich part of daily life. With gentle colors named after flowers, it's a generously sized kitchen cloth that can easily wrap a dinner plate when unfolded. The material, used in Japan for a long time, feels fresh. The charm of the Hana Fukin lies in this mosquito net fabric. When folded, it has excellent absorbency, and when spread out, it dries quickly. It's a simple dishcloth that makes full use of the characteristics of mosquito net fabric. The mosquito net fabric has a moderate fineness. It can be used to strain dashi, drain water from tofu, or is easy to use for tasks involving bean paste, such as making ohagi (rice balls coated with sweet bean paste). It can also be used in various ways, such as covering steamed dishes or sushi rice to prevent them from drying out. Because it's a large size, you can cover baskets with it, or use it as a blind. Choose your favorite color and arrange it for interior decoration. When it gets worn out from various uses, please try using it for cleaning. Even when folded small, it doesn't become thick and fits comfortably in your hand. The large size is also appealing because you can fold over the dirty surface while using it.