Description
- Asa no Ha tenugui are dyed by hand. The dyers place the stencils on bleached cotton cloth, apply the rich, deep color with the skill and technique passed on from master to apprentice, and subjected to a quality check, before going on sale.
- They are available in a variety of patterns, from seasonal patterns, animal patterns, to those inspired by ukiyo-e, kabuki and other traditional Japanese art forms.
- The versatility of Asa no Ha tenugui is a key part of their appeal. As-is, they can be used as interior decoration accents, table coverings and wrappings for lunchboxes, among other applications.
- They can also be used to create custom-made items, like tote bags, book covers, cushions and more.
- 100% Cotton / Size: H13.8×W35.4inch / Light weight: 1.6oz / Made in Japan
Drawing of a design based on the pattern called "Genji Ko" used in the traditional incense guessing competition. The name of "Genji Ko" is derived from Tale of "Genji", the classic novel written by a noblewoman, Murasaki Shikibu, in the 11th century on Prince Genji's romance and the aristocratic society of the time.
