Rienzome Koubai Plum Blossom Tenugui and Display Rods Set

Rienzome Koubai Plum Blossom Tenugui and Display Rods Set

Name: Rienzome Koubai Plum Blossom Tenugui and Display Rods Set
Brand: Rienzome
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$59.00

A quiet herald of early spring. This tenugui from Rienzome features the koubai, or red plum blossom—one of Japan’s most beloved seasonal motifs. Against a softly pink hued backdrop, each bloom opens with quiet strength, capturing the resilience and grace of nature’s first flourish after winter.

Rendered through the traditional chusen dyeing method, the colors are absorbed into both sides of the cloth, creating a rich, layered depth that resists fading with time. The composition balances tradition with a graphic sensibility, making it equally suited to seasonal display or daily use.

Includes Hinoki Cypress Display Rods for effortless, elegant presentation.

Details

Tenugui
Size: W 14.6in x L 38.6in / W 37cm x L 98cm
Material: Cotton

Display Rods
Size: W 16.1in x D 0.8in / W 41cm x D 2cm
Material: Japanese Hinoki Cypress

Care & Use

Wash separately in cold water with a mild detergent.
Due to traditional chusen dyeing, some color may transfer with friction or perspiration during initial use.
Do not soak.
Line dry to help maintain color and shape.
Expect some fading and slight shrinkage over time.
Color may vary depending on your display or lighting conditions.
Natural aromatic oils from the hinoki cypress, such as α-pinene, may occasionally surface. This does not affect the item’s quality or safety.

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Rienzome Koubai Plum Blossom Tenugui and Display Rods Set

$59.00

Meet the Artisan

Rienzome

Founded in 1872 in the Nihonbashi district of Tokyo, Rienzome has carried forward a legacy of tenugui making for over 150 years. Known for their mastery of chusen, a designated traditional dyeing method, the brand specializes in hand-dyed cloths with no front or back—each side equally vibrant. At the heart of Rienzome’s philosophy is a creative tension: “classic motifs reimagined with modern color, modern ideas rendered through traditional technique.” Rather than replicating the past, the brand seeks to reinterpret it—bringing new relevance to inherited forms. Every piece begins with careful design planning that anticipates how the dye will flow through stenciled patterns, followed by hand-carved templates and a meticulous dyeing process managed by skilled artisans. From fabric folding to color separation and final rinsing, each step honors the precision of handmade work. Rienzome’s tenugui are more than souvenirs or textiles—they are a continuing expression of Japanese craft, shaped by time and modernity alike.