Elegant and Gorgeous, Japanese Classic Cloth
Since the Heian period, the “Kurobuta (Black Grass)” valued as a medicinal herb, fragrance, and dye, combined with “Tōgusa (Rush Grass),” which is wished for grandchildren's prosperity and longevity, creates a high-quality design reminiscent of a certain retro style.
The material is 100% silk, soft to the touch and richly textured. The warmth you feel every time you touch it is a feature unique to natural materials.
The delicate Tōgusa pattern is elegant without being flashy, perfect for kicchin or outings, and suits any scene. Of course, as a hand towel, it is wonderful for wrapping lunch, as a tapesty, or as an accent around the neck.
The Dyeing Technique of Craftsmen Continuing from the Meiji Era
Kamawanu's handwoven cloth has been made using the unique Japanese dyeing technique called “Chūsen (Resist Dyeing)” continuously since the Meiji era. By placing a resist material and applying dye all at once, it can be used reversibly without a backing, which is a distinctive feature.
Due to the process during handcrafting, subtle “variations” appear in the colors and cloth, changing with use. Each piece has a unique expression, growing into an existence like a mutual companion that deepens with time.
[Product Details]
・Size: Approximately 33cm × 90cm
・Material: 100% Silk
・Dyeing Technique: Chūsen (Resist Dyeing)
・Origin: Japan
・Brand Name: Kamawanu
[Regarding Care]
・Both ends of the handwoven cloth are unfinished and fray. To prevent fraying at the start of use, please cut the cross threads with scissors. After washing 2 to 3 times, fraying will settle down and become less troublesome.
[Regarding Washing]
・When washing, hand wash thoroughly with water, gently stretch the cloth, avoid direct sunlight, and dry.
・Avoid leaving it soaked in water for a long time.
・At first use, excess dye will come off, but after washing 2 to 3 times, it will settle.
・Due to the bleaching effect of detergents, rapid fading may occur.
・Using detergents containing bleach or strong alkaline detergents may damage the fabric.
・Using hot water will warm the cloth, but depending on the dye, some discoloration may occur and cause fading.
[Precautions]
・Occasionally, unique stains may occur on the handwoven cloth. Since these stains are often caused by the dye, please reduce usage gradually by washing several times. Please use with confidence.
・Color variations may occur depending on the environment where it is viewed.
