Wa-taoru "Hokusai Mameshiba to Oonami"
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A Humorous Homage to Hokusai's Masterpiece
This original small towel is named 北斎豆柴と大波 (Hokusai Mameshiba to Oonami) – “Hokusai Mameshiba and the Great Wave.” It is a playful reinterpretation of Katsushika Hokusai's world-famous woodblock print "The Great Wave off Kanagawa." Instead of brave sailors, cute Mameshiba (miniature Shiba Inus) skillfully steer the traditional boats through the roaring, deep blue towering waves.
Your Benefits at a Glance
- Brilliant Front: The smoothly woven cotton side beautifully highlights illustrations, colors, and fine details.
- Absorbent Back: The soft terry cloth back provides a pleasant feel and good everyday usability.
- Compact and Practical: A handy towel for on the go, work, the bathroom, or as a small Japan-themed gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What distinguishes Wa-taoru from classic terry cloth?
The double-sided construction combines a smoothly woven cotton front (brilliantly displaying the illustration) with an absorbent terry cloth back. Two functions in one towel – aesthetic and practical at the same time.
▸ How do I care for the Wa-taoru?
Machine wash up to 40 °C, without fabric softener (which reduces the absorbency of the terry side). Tumble dry at medium heat.
▸ What is the Wa-taoru intended for?
As an everyday, hand, or guest towel; also ideal for on the go thanks to its compact size. The terry cloth back dries hands and face pleasantly soft, while the front showcases the design.
Manufactured by HAMAMONYO, since 1948 in Yokohama. The meticulous Japanese craftsmanship ensures a pleasant feel, good absorbency, and everyday quality.
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Product details
- Motive: 北斎豆柴と大波 (Hokusai Mameshiba to Oonami)
- Dimensions: approx. 33 x 83cm
- Origin: Japan
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- Manufacturer: Hamamonyo
- Weight: approx. 80 grams
- Material: 100% cotton
Care and instructions
- Wash:Washable up to 40 °C.
- Recommendation:A laundry net is ideal! It prevents zippers or buttons on other garments from pulling threads out of the terry cloth side ("thread puller").
- Dry:Do not tumble dry. The heat could cause the two different layers of fabric to shrink unevenly, resulting in the cloth becoming misshapen. Simply pull it into shape and hang it up.
- Thread puller:Should a terry cloth loop come loose: Do not pull on it! Simply cut the protruding thread short with scissors. Since it is a woven loop, this will not create a hole.
- Softener:Use sparingly or not at all, as it reduces the absorbency of the terry cloth ("gliding effect" instead of drying).
€19,90