Traditional Tenugui, Hand-Dyed in Tokyo.
Kamawanu is celebrated for its exquisite tenugui—traditional Japanese cloths that are hand-dyed in Tokyo using age-old techniques passed down for generations. Based in Daikanyama, this family-run workshop has spent over a century refining the chusen dyeing process, a resist-dye method that produces intricate, reversible patterns with natural inks.
More than just textiles, Kamawanu’s tenugui embody everyday beauty and thoughtful craftsmanship. Versatile in their use—as towels, gift wrap, table settings, or scarves—each piece invites creativity while preserving one of Japan’s most enduring textile traditions.
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Slight differences in nuance of colors are inherent to the nature of the raw materials and dyeing technique. Each item is unique, with subtle differences, an aesthetic reflective of Japanese culture and craftsmanship.
Tenugui designs are passed down from generations long ago and use meticulous traditional dyeing techniques still preserved today.
The designs found on Tenugui are filled with many different meanings, including the celebration of various seasons or wishing peace and happiness.