Kitchen Towels

Linen50 Kitchen Towel

Made from a mixture of linen and cotton, the Linen50 Kitchen Towel is a breathable and absorbent textile that can be used for drying plates or wrapping fresh bread. Available in five colorful shades, its rustic stripes bring a pop of color to your kitchen. This style also includes a handy loop for hanging.

About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the Rikumo Journal.

Materials: 50% linen, 50% cotton
Dimensions: 19" L x 19" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan

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Hirali Kitchen Towel

Like other Hirali textiles, these kitchen towels feature striking double-sided designs, but they stand out as much for their absorbency as for their aesthetics. Hirali kitchen towels can soak up incredible amounts of water thanks to the high-quality cotton fabric from which they're made, and they dry exceptionally fast. With use, a Hirali kitchen towel will also grow quite soft to the touch, pampering the hands while tackling the toughest jobs.

Learn about the craft behind the creation of Hirali textiles and the inspiration for their vibrant motifs in this Rikumo Journal entry.

About Takeno Senko
From its location in Sakai City - the Town of Tenugui - dyeing company Takeno Senko is perfectly positioned to create top-quality textiles, and it doesn't disappoint. Only a few short years ago, Takeno Senko's artisans perfected their method of creating reversible textiles by roll printing different colors on each side of thin cotton fabric, a feat no other company has managed to match. The result is Hirali, a collection of towels, tenugui, and stoles that boast one-of-a-kind designs made nowhere else in the world.

Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: 23.23" L x 11.81" W
Care: Wash with hot water before use. Due to the use of traditional dyes and fabrics, color may fade slightly, and the towel may shrink over time. If left to soak in water, color may transfer to other objects.
Osaka, Japan

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Hirali Tenugui

A longtime fixture in Japanese homes, the tenugui is an all-purpose textile with as many applications as you can imagine. Add a reversible Hirali tenugui to your wardrobe as a bold accessory, or repurpose it as a table runner your friends will love. Give a tenugui as a decorative gift, or grab one to dress up your bento box. When used as a towel, tenugui soak up moisture quickly and dry nearly as fast - thanks to the lack of a hem - making them handy additions to any kitchen or bathroom. Try a tenugui for yourself and experience a perfect combination of function and form.

Learn about the craft behind the creation of Hirali textiles and the inspiration for their vibrant motifs in the rikumo journal.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About Takeno Senko
From its location in Sakai City - the Town of Tenugui - dyeing company Takeno Senko is perfectly positioned to create top-quality textiles, and it doesn't disappoint. Only a few short years ago, Takeno Senko's artisans perfected their method of creating reversible textiles by roll printing different colors on each side of thin cotton fabric, a feat no other company has managed to match. The result is Hirali, a collection of towels, tenugui, and stoles that boast one-of-a-kind designs made nowhere else in the world.

Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: 35.43" L x 13.39" W
Care: Hand wash separately from other fabrics, as some dye may transfer. Hang dry in a shaded spot. Avoid bleach or brightening agents. Ironing at a high temperature may cause discoloration.
Osaka, Japan

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Moku Light Towel

The Moku Light Towel is woven with 100% cotton and is one of our most compact and multipurpose styles. Powerfully absorbent and quick-drying, it performs like a towel twice its size and comes in a wide range of colors. The compact design makes it an ideal choice for homes and kitchens with limited shelf space. Also available in a linen version.

"Highly Recommended" by the editors at Bon Appétit: "Ever since I’ve started keeping a Moku towel slung over my oven door next to my tomato sauce towels, I’ve realized a good dish towel can be every bit as wonderful as a sharp knife, a wooden spoon, or a heavy cutting board." Read all about it here!

About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal.

Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions:
Washcloth (S): 11.25" L x 11.25" W
Hand Towel (M): 42" L x 12.5" W
Bath Towel (L): 49.5" L x 23.5" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan

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Moku Linen Towel

The Moku Linen Towel is a lightweight textile woven from a mixture of cotton and linen for a natural, refreshing feeling in the hand. Powerfully absorbent and quick-drying, its thin texture emphasizes the distinctive softness of Japanese linen. The compact design makes this an ideal choice for homes and kitchens with limited shelf space. Also available in an all-cotton version.

About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal.

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Shukin Towel

This handkerchief-sized, multipurpose textile is perfect for wiping up sweat and spills while folding away in an easy-to-carry package. Each style features a grey and pastel color block motif and a loose gauze weave that helps to improve absorption and drying time. Each towel comes individually rolled and makes a great gift.

About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal.

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Square Towel

Take your towel on the go with this pint-sized textile made for versatile living. The Square Towel features a smooth chambray front and a soft terry pile back that gently pampers your skin and soaks up water in seconds. This style features a split color block of clean grey stripes and soft sherbet shades, for a cheerful pop of color in the kitchen or in your gym bag. Features a corner accent loop for easy hanging.

About Yoshii
Yoshii towels are constructed in the traditionally slim and compact Japanese style and are known for their unrivaled softness and fresh stylings. Each towel is woven in Imabari from hand-picked, twisted-ring Shankar 6 cotton threads, which are massaged down, puffed, and combed twice for ultimate softness. Their exciting designs and low-chemical manufacturing process make these lightweight towels visually striking, highly absorbent, and fast-drying - in other words, perfect for daily use.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal.

Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: 19 ½" L x 19 ½" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan

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Shirt Stripe Towel

A favorite of new parents, minimalists, and frequent travelers, the extra-compact Shirt Stripe Towel is designed for portability and easy storage. This collection comes in two sizes: a mini washcloth and a compact bath towel perfect for travel or small children. This style features an absorbent, tightly woven front and a looped terry pile back, available in a variety of candy-colored stripes that brighten up any environment.

About Yoshii
Yoshii towels are constructed in the traditionally slim and compact Japanese style and are known for their unrivaled softness and fresh stylings. Each towel is woven in Imabari from hand-picked, twisted-ring Shankar 6 cotton threads, which are massaged down, puffed, and combed twice for ultimate softness. Their exciting designs and low-chemical manufacturing process make these lightweight towels visually striking, highly absorbent, and fast-drying - in other words, perfect for daily use.

Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal.

Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions:
Washcloth (S): 10" L x 10" W
Hand Towel (M): 31.5" L x 13.38" W
Compact Bath Towel (L): 47" L x 20" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan

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Graph Towel

Woven from 100% organic cotton, this neutral towel collection is made the old-fashioned way on the vintage looms of Imabari. The Graph Towel features a soft terry pile back and a smooth front in a classic windowpane pattern. The organic cotton is woven on a Toyoda loom, one of the last great vintage Japanese textile looms. Each towel is naturally dyed with ingredients like bamboo charcoal, coffee, and black tea to create a spectrum of complementary neutral shades. The compact design makes these towels highly absorbent, quick-drying, and luxuriously comfortable for travel or daily use. This style includes handy loops for hanging.

About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Learn more about Japanese towels in our Journal.

Materials: 100% organic cotton
Dimensions:
Washcloth (S): 13" L x 13" W
Hand Towel (M): 31.5" L x 13" W
Bath Towel (L): 51.15" L x 27.5" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan

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Flax Line Organics Towel - Ivories

Created in the compact Japanese style, the Flax Line Organics Towel combines beautiful design with incredible softness. For optimal absorbency, this luxurious textile is made from two types of cotton: a gauzy, soft cotton weave front and a looped, organic cotton terry pile back. Together, the two sides form a towel that is incredibly absorbent, fast-drying, lightweight, and environmentally friendly.

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Flax Line Organics Towel - Beiges

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SOU•SOU Tenugui Towel - Swirl Swirl

Tenugui are a type of traditional Japanese textile with a characteristically smooth texture that dries easily and repels dust. 100% cotton, hand-dyed and cut by hand, the colorful patterns recall traditional and contemporary Japanese prints. This multipurpose towel lends a pop of color to your daily routine; use it as a tea towel, placemat, table runner, head scarf, tapestry, lunch tote, gift wrap… the possibilities are endless! Learn how to use tenugui towels to wrap bottles, lunches, and much more in the rikumo journal.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About SOU•SOU
Use of the Japanese phrase sou sou - meaning "yes, yes" - offers more than an affirmative response; it's a way to validate another person and establish a sense of community. The SOU•SOU textile collection created by celebrated designer Karsuji Wakisaka aims to do much the same by offering colorful designs that bring us together. Drawing on the landscape around Kyoto and the mod styles of the 1960s, Wakisaka seeks to revitalize age-old Japanese styles by combining traditional shapes with contemporary patterns.

Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: Width: 14" Length: 35"
Care: As this product is hand-dyed, you may experience color loss/bleeding. Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. The edges of tenugui towels are seamless, meaning the weft (horizontal thread) at either end will fray with use. Trim any loose strings with scissors. This process will stop after a small fringe forms. 
Kyoto, Japan

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SOU•SOU Tenugui Towel - Sound of Snow Fall

Tenugui are a type of traditional Japanese textile with a characteristically smooth texture that dries easily and repels dust. 100% cotton, hand-dyed and cut by hand, the colorful patterns recall traditional and contemporary Japanese prints. This multipurpose towel lends a pop of color to your daily routine; use it as a tea towel, placemat, table runner, head scarf, tapestry, lunch tote, gift wrap… the possibilities are endless! Learn how to use tenugui towels to wrap bottles, lunches, and much more in the rikumo journal.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About SOU•SOU
Use of the Japanese phrase sou sou - meaning "yes, yes" - offers more than an affirmative response; it's a way to validate another person and establish a sense of community. The SOU•SOU textile collection created by celebrated designer Karsuji Wakisaka aims to do much the same by offering colorful designs that bring us together. Drawing on the landscape around Kyoto and the mod styles of the 1960s, Wakisaka seeks to revitalize age-old Japanese styles by combining traditional shapes with contemporary patterns.

Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: Width: 14" Length: 35"
Care: As this product is hand-dyed, you may experience color loss/bleeding. Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. The edges of tenugui towels are seamless, meaning the weft (horizontal thread) at either end will fray with use. Trim any loose strings with scissors. This process will stop after a small fringe forms.
Kyoto, Japan

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SOU•SOU Tenugui Towel - Scallions

Tenugui are a type of traditional Japanese textile with a characteristically smooth texture that dries easily and repels dust. 100% cotton, hand-dyed and cut by hand, the colorful patterns recall traditional and contemporary Japanese prints. This multipurpose towel lends a pop of color to your daily routine; use it as a tea towel, placemat, table runner, head scarf, tapestry, lunch tote, gift wrap… the possibilities are endless! Learn how to use tenugui towels to wrap bottles, lunches, and much more in the rikumo journal.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About SOU•SOU
Use of the Japanese phrase sou sou - meaning "yes, yes" - offers more than an affirmative response; it's a way to validate another person and establish a sense of community. The SOU•SOU textile collection created by celebrated designer Karsuji Wakisaka aims to do much the same by offering colorful designs that bring us together. Drawing on the landscape around Kyoto and the mod styles of the 1960s, Wakisaka seeks to revitalize age-old Japanese styles by combining traditional shapes with contemporary patterns.

Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: 35" L x 14" W
Care: As this product is hand-dyed, you may experience some minor color loss. Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. The edges of tenugui are seamless, meaning the weft (horizontal thread) at either end will fray with use. Trim any loose strings with scissors. This process will stop after a small fringe forms.
Kyoto, Japan

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Kamawanu Tenugui - Chrysanthemum Red

From the textile experts at Kamawanu comes this series of vividly designed and beautifully illustrated tenugui - multipurpose textiles that have been used for centuries as towels, accessories, gift wraps, souvenirs, wall art, and more. This reversible collection is dyed using the traditional chusen method first practiced during Japan's Meiji era more than a century ago. Available in more than a dozen eye-catching varieties.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About Tenugui
A tenugui is a thin Japanese textile that typically measures 35 cm in width and 90 cm in length. Like furoshiki, tenugui can be used to wrap gifts and other items, but they have many more uses besides: In some households, tenugui function as absorbent and fast-drying towels and washcloths, and their vibrant patterns make them well-suited to decorative roles as table runners, placemats, wall hangings - the sky’s the limit! For this reason, tenugui are often given as gifts or souvenirs by travelers returning from Japan.

Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: 35.5" L x 13" W
Care: As this product is hand-dyed, it may experience some color loss or bleeding. Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. Note that the edges of the tenugui are seamless, meaning that either end will initially fray with use. The fraying process will stop after a small fringe forms; in the meantime, trim any loose strings with scissors. 
Tokyo, Japan

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Kamawanu Tenugui - Kiku

From the textile experts at Kamawanu comes this series of vividly designed and beautifully illustrated tenugui - multipurpose textiles that have been used for centuries as towels, accessories, gift wraps, souvenirs, wall art, and more. This reversible collection is dyed using the traditional chusen method first practiced during Japan's Meiji era more than a century ago. Available in more than a dozen eye-catching varieties.

Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.

About Tenugui
A tenugui is a thin Japanese textile that typically measures 35 cm in width and 90 cm in length. Like furoshiki, tenugui can be used to wrap gifts and other items, but they have many more uses besides: In some households, tenugui function as absorbent and fast-drying towels and washcloths, and their vibrant patterns make them well-suited to decorative roles as table runners, placemats, wall hangings - the sky’s the limit! For this reason, tenugui are often given as gifts or souvenirs by travelers returning from Japan.

Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: 35.5" L x 13" W
Care: As this product is hand-dyed, it may experience some color loss or bleeding. Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. Note that the edges of the tenugui are seamless, meaning that either end will initially fray with use. The fraying process will stop after a small fringe forms; in the meantime, trim any loose strings with scissors. 
Tokyo, Japan

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