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  • Traditional Japanese tenugui pattern called Mameshibori
  • Front view of traditional Japanese Mameshibori patterned tenugui
  • Cute handwritten kanji characters on a traditional Japanese Mameshibori patterned tenugui
  • The frayed edges are a distinctive detail of tenugui
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Vintage Japanese Tenugui — Mameshibori Dot-Pattern Cotton | 1980s | One of a Kind

Vintage Japanese Tenugui — Mameshibori Dot-Pattern Cotton | 1980s | One of a Kind

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A classic Japanese bean-dot pattern with the quiet charm of Showa-era daily life.

This vintage Japanese tenugui, a thin cotton hand towel traditionally used in everyday life, dates from the 1980s. It features mameshibori, the familiar bean-shaped dot pattern created through traditional tie-dyeing.

Tenugui are practical, lightweight cloths that have been used in Japan as hand towels, face cloths, headbands, wrapping cloths, and household textiles. This piece carries that useful culture into contemporary slow living, where one well-made cloth can continue to serve many purposes instead of being quickly discarded.

The soft cotton, distinctive dot pattern, and handwritten characters give this individual piece its own personality. Use it as a hand towel, an interior accent, a small display textile, or material for handmade and upcycling projects.

Japanese vintage tenugui are appreciated worldwide by collectors, designers, and makers who value everyday cultural objects, practical beauty, and materials with a history. One of a kind. Once sold, this piece will not be available again.

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Material & Origin

Era: 1980s
Origin: Japan
Material: 100% cotton
Pattern: Mameshibori, or traditional bean-dot tie-dye pattern
Form: Tenugui, a traditional Japanese cotton hand towel

Suggested Uses

Hand towel, face cloth, headband, wrapping cloth, interior accent, small display textile, handmade project, and creative upcycling.

Size

Approx. 78 × 32 cm (30.7 × 12.5 in). Please allow slight measurement variations.

Condition

This is a vintage used textile. The edges are cut and unfinished, so they will fray over time. Handwritten characters are present on the cloth.

The tenugui has been washed twice by us and may retain a characteristic vintage scent. Please do not purchase if you are not comfortable with vintage characteristics. Damage or odor returning after washing or use is not eligible for refund or exchange.

Buying From Japan

This vintage Japanese tenugui ships from Japan. For questions about sizing, shipping, customs, and returns, please visit our FAQ.

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SHIPPING & RETURNS, DETAILS

WE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE.

Please note that we cannot deliver to some countries, so please check the following link to see if your shipping address is available before placing your order.（Please see the Parcels and Air columns in the relevant table.）

https://www.post.japanpost.jp/int/information/overview_en.html

 

FROM TIME OF ORDER UNTIL SHIP DATE

Your order will be shipped within 1-2 days (excluding weekends and holidays).

*International delivery times can vary due to customs.

 

About VAT/IMPORTING TAX

All duties and taxes incurred upon delivery are the responsibility of the customer.

The prices listed on the website do not include VAT, import taxes, sales tax, or any other unexpected brokerage fees. If any of these unexpected fees occur, you will be responsible for them. For more information regarding the customs policies of your country, please contact your local customs office or agent. We will not accept any claims or refusals regarding payment of customs duties, etc.

Thank you for your understanding.

Please understand that local laws and regulations are the responsibility and obligation of the purchaser.


ALL ITEM, NO RETURN or NO REFUND.

Please check the measurements and conditions before purchasing.　

If you have any concerns, please be sure to contact us in advance.

 

SHIPPING METHOD

Shipping will be via Japan Post Small Packet.

If you buy in bulk and the product does not meet Small Pocket's specifications, we may choose to deliver the product in installments or by other delivery methods.

In addition, Small Pocket does not provide compensation in the event of a shipping accident. 

In such cases, we will not offer refunds or exchanges, so please only order if you are satisfied with the situation. 

We will not accept any complaints regarding these issues.

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