Cats go to the bath sweet osmanthus TENUGUI

A new color joins Kamawanu’s “Neko no Obuya” tenugui for 2025.

A refreshing yellow-green combination inspired by sweet osmanthus flowers, the herald of autumn. The soft hues evoke the gentle fragrance of blossoms drifting through the crisp autumn air.

This tenugui draws inspiration from the Edo-era ukiyo-e “Neko no Obuya”—a playful print depicting human-like cats enjoying a public bath. The humorous scene brings a touch of wit and warmth, making it a delightful gift for both cat lovers and fans of Japanese art.

Tradition Meets Craftsmanship

Each tenugui is hand-dyed by craftsmen using the traditional CHUSEN technique, which creates beautiful gradations of color unique to this process.
[Learn more about how tenugui are made →[ HOW TENUGUI ARE MADE ] 

Tradition Meets Craftsmanship

Each tenugui is hand-dyed by craftsmen using the traditional CHUSEN technique, which creates beautiful gradations of color unique to this process.
[Learn more about how tenugui are made →[ HOW TENUGUI ARE MADE ] 

Details

Item No: 06161993

• Size (USA): approx. 13" × 35"
  

• Size (World): approx. 33cm × 90cm
  

• Material: 100% Cotton
  

• Made in Japan
  

How to Use

Tenugui are an essential part of everyday life in Japan — used for wiping hands, wrapping gifts, or decorating a space. Each piece carries the warmth of craftsmanship and the beauty of imperfection that comes with hand-dyeing.　Want to know more? Check out some creative ways to use your tenugui here.

Specially Crafted Tenugui Fabric

Our tenugui are made from cloth specially crafted for everyday use. Soft, absorbent, and smooth, they become even more comfortable to use over time.

Enjoy Tenugui Fading

Our tenugui are hand-dyed with a generous amount of dye. With each wash, excess dye gradually comes off, and the colors evolve slowly. How you use and wash your tenugui will affect its fading, so enjoy watching it change over time.

Care & Notes

• Color:
  The first product photo shows the closest color to the actual item. Colors may vary slightly due to screen settings or the natural dyeing process.
  

• Duties:
  Additional customs fees or import taxes may apply depending on your country. DHL or your local carrier will collect these fees, which are the customer’s responsibility.