I received this from someone else. It has softened and I think it's easy to use. I don't see any noticeable damage, but since it's a long piece of fabric, there's a possibility of oversight. Please understand. This is a Didymos Mystic Petrol, but it is not a hemp blend; the label indicates 100% cotton. The weight is not listed on the official website, so I don't know, but I estimate it to be around 190g/㎡, which is on the lighter side. Thank you. #Didymos #Oscha #Hokkyoku Shirokuma-do