Sasawashi Hand Towel - Grey (34cm x 34cm)

‐ Suitable for sensitive skin
‐ Pile: 100% Paper (SASAWASHI)
‐ Base cloth: 100% cotton
‐ Do not use tumble dry
‐ Can be machine washed in mesh bag
‐ Please wash separately from other coloured items
‐ Do not use bleach, wash with mild detergent
‐ Made in Japan
‐ 34cm x 34cm

SASAWASHI is an all natural fabric made from a combination of traditional Japanese paper (Washi) and leaves of the Kumazasa plant.

KUMAZASA
KUMAZASA is a plant of the graminee family growing in the cool highlands of Japan. This hardy plant is known for its strong antibacterial properties. It has been used to preserve food such as SASASUSHI, SASADANGO (dumplings), and CHIMAKI (rice dumplings), all which are wrapped in SASA leaves. Among all KUMAZASA' s benefits, SASAWASHI products focus especially on its antibacterial properties and are produced "as they are" in their natural state.

WASHI
WASHI is a strong, durable, water-resistant and versatile material with its own beauty. Shoji (sliding WASHI paper doors) keep you cool in hot, humid summers and warm in winter thanks to their humidity control, water absorption, insulation and UV protection. As WASHI can absorb both oil and water, it is used as blotting paper and oil absorbent cooking paper.

The more you use it, the softer and more textured it becomes. If you sweat a lot when you sleep, you can use it as a pillow. Some people say that it eases rashes and eczema around the neck caused by night sweats. Because of its high absorbency, the colour will change little by little after repeated washing due to colour transfer from the washing liquid, but there is no problem in using it. If you are concerned about the discolouration, we recommend washing it alone.