Cotton Towel [TENUGUI] / KOMON / SAKE Tasting

SAKE Tasting

During sake tasting, a double circle design at the bottom of the ochoko (sake cup) is used to check the clarity and color of the sake.

This pattern is called "JANOME" (literally "snake’s eye") because it resembles a snake’s eye.

"TENUGUI" is a hand-dyed rectangular cloth that has been used daily in Japan since ancient times.

"KOMON" means "small patterns" in Japanese, and this collection features a series of "TENUGUI" adorned with these traditional KOMON designs.

Many of these KOMON patterns are traditional motifs cherished by common people for over 100 years. Each pattern has its own name and meaning, carrying a unique story behind it.