Yagisei Chū-sen Tenugui (Dyed Hand Towel) Bingata Artist Series "Weeping Cherry Blossom" Okinawa Colorful Made in Japan

Weeping Cherry Blossoms" is part of our popular Bingata Artist Series. This vibrant piece evokes the joyful arrival of spring.

What is Chū-sen dyeing?

It is a fabric dyeing technique in which a bank of glue is created in the area to be dyed, and the dye is then poured into it. Though done by hand, it is capable of producing a wide variety of patterns, subtle touches such as small patterns, and unique colors. It is also excellent at expressing three-dimensionality and a sense of calmness by utilizing techniques such as shading. Another distinctive feature of Chū-sen dyeing is that the dye is applied to both sides, resulting in the same pattern and color on both sides. Since fabric dyed with Chū-sen dyeing is mostly done by hand, the fibers are less likely to be crushed, the fabric is highly breathable, and the fabric is soft to the touch.

[Bingata Artist Series] We have invited artists of Bingata, a traditional Okinawan (Ryukyu) dyeing style, to provide designs, and we plan and sell tenugui towels dyed using the Chū-sen dyeing technique. Ryukyu Bingata is a unique dyed fabric native to Okinawa, characterized by vibrant pigment colors that shine under the strong Okinawan sun. Yagisei's Bingata-style Tenugui series features original tenugui hand towels, each designed by a bingata artist using the Okinawan "Bingata" dyeing technique. While the intricate designs are difficult to reproduce using standard chusen dyeing, these hand towels are dyed by skilled artisans, resulting in a unique, multicolored finish. Enjoy them not only as tenugui, but also as tapestries or table runners for interior decor.

Yagisei Bingata Artist Tenugui Series 100% Cotton, Made in Japan Size: Approximately 34x90cm (two short sides uncut)