Japanese Tenugui – Kodomo No Hi

Festive Japanese tenugui celebrating Children’s Day with colorful koi

Three colorful carp swim proudly in the sky, carried by the wind on May 5th—Kodomo no Hi, or Children’s Day in Japan. This cheerful Japanese towel pays tribute to this beloved tradition. Dyed using traditional techniques, the lightweight 100% cotton tenugui adds a joyful touch to any interior, whether used as a towel or decorative wall hanging.

For easy hanging, consider a wooden tenugui support.

Note: Tenugui is a fine Japanese cotton fabric, intentionally unhemmed for quick drying. The edges may fray slightly at first—just trim any loose threads, and the fabric will naturally stabilize after a few washes.

TENUGUI DETAILS

• Dimensions: 34 x 90 cm / 13.4 x 35.4 in
• Material: 100% cotton
• Strong and absorbent
• Fine knit, smooth texture and soft feel
• Dyed using the traditional Nassen method
• Made in Yokohama, Japan
• Uses: towel, wall decor, handkerchief, scarf, gift wrap