Written in kanji as "Mezashi." It's small sardines salted, then dried with a bamboo skewer or straw passed through one eye and the lower jaw. "Mezashi" is also a seasonal word for spring. Currently, this is the last one available. 【Important Notes】 ★ We usually ship within 2 days, but shipping may be delayed depending on the time of year. In that case, we will contact you via "Profile," so please be sure to check before purchasing. "nugoo's tenugui" This product is made by dyeing Japanese bleached cotton using the traditional "chusen" technique. All processes are done by hand by craftsmen, and it is a tasteful tenugui where it is difficult to create the same product, such as the same color and blurring. ※ There may be "bleeding" or "blurring" of the dye. ※ Colors may fade. ※ There may be "weave irregularities" and "fold wrinkles." ※ The edges are left raw. ※ Occasionally, the resist paste may not completely wash off during cleaning. ※ This item has been stored in a dark place. ※ We may have multiple items in stock, so please inquire. ※ The color of the image and the actual product may differ slightly depending on your device. Size: Approximately 34 x 90cm 100% cotton, made in Japan #tenugui #handtowel #nugoo #wipe #chusen #fish #mezashi #auspicious pattern