Rienzome Tenugui Cloth with Waterfall Climbing Carps (246)

Ain't no mountain high enough.
This beautiful tenugui from Rienzome feautures two Japanese carp fish fighting their way up a waterfall. Carps making it to the top of the waterfall are said to turn into dragons according to Chinese legends. In Japan it therefore has been a symbol of rising spirits and overcoming hardships.

"Tenugui" is often translated as "Japanese towel", but this translation fails to cover their versatility and cultural significance. Tenugui are not only used as hand towels and handkerchiefs, but also function as fashion items, gift wrapping, souvenirs, sweat bands and padding (e.g. in the martial arts kendo), and of course as decorative items due to their often beautiful, funny or nostalgic patterns.

Please be aware that tenugui cloth by default never are hemmed, which allows them to dry very quickly.