Tenugui - Okiagari Dragon

This tenugui cotton cloth, a versatile and popular item used in Japan for many centuries, was created to celebrate 2024, the Year of the Dragon.

Featuring an elaborate dragon design against a neutral background, this tenugui can be used as a decorative item for the New Yearor in some of the other ways that a tenugui is often used, such as wrapping gifts or everyday items, as an accessory or even for cleaning or drying things.

Each tenugui is handcrafted by artisans using the time-honoured chusen stencil-dying technique, giving each cloth a unique appearance.

As one of the twelve signs of the Japanese zodiac, dragons have been revered as sacred beings since ancient times, symbolizing good fortune as they ascend from the sea to the sky, carrying wishes for happiness from above.

Handwashing recommended.
After washing, leave to dry completely.
Leaving the product soaked in water for prolonged periods can cause the colour to fade.

Size: approx. L90 cm x W33 cm

Material: 100% Cotton

Kantō

The Kantō region is densely populated and home to a third of the country's population. It is centred around the nation's vibrant capital – Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, which has been the cultural, economic and political heart of Japan for centuries. Outside this megacity, there are mountains, onsen and ski resorts, magnificent temple complexes and excellent surfing opportunities within easy reach.