nugoo, Japan Cherry Blossom Tenugui Review & GIVEAWAY

Cherry blossom season is coming! In Japan, the arrival of cherry blossoms, known as sakura, signals the beginning of spring. Widely celebrated in Japanese culture because of their ephemeral beauty these pretty pink flowers blanket the country from south to north. The blossoming of sakura is truly a spectacular sight and viewing parties called hanami are very popular. nugoo captures the allure of the sakura in their gorgeous cherry blossom tenugui collection. This multi-purpose cotton towel has so many practical everyday uses such as wiping, wearing, wrapping and can even be hung as wall art! Tenugui are made of 100% cotton and measure approximately 32 x 92 cm (12.6 x 36.2 inches). nugoo specializes in authentic tenugui hand dyed by skilled craftsmen using the chusen method - making them highly desirable. Get yours below! Buy 5 tenugui and receive one from their cherry blossom collection.

 

Tenugui from nugoo's Cherry Blossom Collection. The blossoms & bird and shining blossoms tenugui. Photo credit Ohira-san, owner of nugoo.

nugoo's weeping cherry, blossom walkway and shining blossoms tenugui.

Wrap a tenugui around your favorite things (like soap, candles, flowers or foodie items) to create a unique gift. The tenugui becomes a special part of the gift. Shown above is the weeping cherry tenugui paired with a lavender soap I love.

Win this gorgeous pair of tenugui (blossoms & bird and weeping cherry) from nugoo. Both are shown in full above, draped on cherry tree branches.

nugoo Japan's on-line products include - tenugui, bento® lunch wraps, square cloth scarves, tea, accessories and greeting cards. Their online shop is in English, with prices in US dollars and worldwide shipping. nugoo has generously offered to giveaway a pair of tenugui! One winner will be selected at random. Open until March 22, 2020. Canada & the US only. Good luck!

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nugoo's Christmas Tenugui Review

Christmas in a small town

Looking for an alternative to disposable gift wrap? nugoo has some beautiful Christmas tenugui - the original reusable fabric wrap! Why buy any cloth wrap when you can have authentic tenugui made in Japan by skilled craftsmen using the prized chusen method. nugoo's online shop has over 300 designs suitable for a variety of tastes. Their classic and contemporary designs reflect both the change of seasons and holidays. Tenugui may be used to wrap anything from books to bottles, even plants! They add a special touch to any gift, require no scissors or tape and are great for unusual shapes. Just wrap and knot. Recipients can then re-use their tenugui in an infinite number of ways. Tenugui are made of lightweight 100% cotton and measure about 32 x 92 cm (1 x 3 feet). Wrap your gifts in tenugui this holiday season and beyond! It's a stylish alternative perfect for all occasions. The designs in the post are exclusive to nugoo. Tenugui retail starting at USD$10.80 or CAD$15 each. Free STANDARD or EXPRESS shipping for all orders over $100 USD with coupon code: FREESHIPNOV. This offer closes on Friday, December 6th. Get yours below!

Photos (above and below) of my Christmas tenugui spread out on the dining room table and on top of a piece of denim fabric. I love the vivid colors and detailed design. Note that the sides of tenugui are selvage, while the top and bottom edges are cut. This allows for a fringe to develop with use.

Busy, busy Santa Claus

Uroko (green)

Santa Claus and reindeer

nugoo Japan's on-line products include - tenugui, bento® lunch wraps, square cloth scarves, tea, accessories and greeting cards. Their online shop is in English, with prices in US dollars and worldwide shipping. You may also check prices in 14 different currencies including the Canadian dollar, British pound and Euro. Founded in 2006 nugoo also has five retail stores and a cafe in and around Tokyo.

nugoo has assembled some of their favorite things into a variety of deluxe Christmas gift sets. For unique, high quality gifts click here to open!

nugoo's Winter Tenugui Review

Get ready for a Scandinavian winter

Have you seen nugoo's charming winter tenugui? Their on-line shop has over 300 beautiful tenugui, also known as Japanese hand towels. This multi-purpose cotton towel with so many practical everyday uses such as wiping, wearing and wrapping can even be hung as wall art! See nugoo's specially made hanging rods. Tenugui are made of lightweight 100% cotton and measure about 32 x 92 cm (1 x 3 feet). nugoo specializes in authentic tenugui hand dyed by skilled craftsmen using the chusen method - making them highly desirable. Chusen is a detailed dyeing process unique to Japan. It involves a hand cut stencil, resist dying, cold water washing and then open air drying. A feature of chusen dyeing is that the same pattern appears on both the front and back of the tenugui - making the color exceptional. Because they are dyed by hand no two pieces are exactly alike. Motifs reflect the change of seasons in Japan. nugoo has an ever-changing range of both classic and contemporary tenugui designs.  Tenugui retail starting at USD$10.80 or CAD$15 each. Orders USD$100 and over get free shipping with coupon code FREESHIPNOV. This offer closes on Friday, December 6th. Get yours below!

Photos (above and below) of my winter tenugui spread out on the dining room table and on top of a piece of denim fabric. I love the vivid colors and detailed design. Note that the sides of tenugui are selvage, while the top and bottom edges are cut. This allows for a fringe to develop with use.

Snow Crystals

Winter trees

nugoo Japan's on-line products include - tenugui, bento® lunch wraps, square cloth scarves, tea, accessories and greeting cards. Their online shop is in English, with prices in US dollars and worldwide shipping. You may also check prices in 14 different currencies including the Canadian dollar, British pound and Euro. Founded in 2006 nugoo also has five retail stores and a cafe in and around Tokyo.

Red twinkle tree

nugoo, Japan - Tenugui Review

The world is discovering Japan's tenugui (click for pronunciation)! nugoo Japan's on-line shop has a large selection (over 300) of gorgeous tenugui, also known as Japanese hand towels. This multi-purpose cotton towel with so many practical everyday uses such as wiping, wearing and wrapping can even be hung as wall art! See nugoo's specially made hanging rods. Tenugui are made of lightweight 100% cotton and measure about 32 cm x 92 cm (12.6 x 36.2 inches). nugoo specializes in authentic tenugui hand dyed by skilled craftsmen using the chusen method - making them highly desirable. Chusen is a detailed dyeing process unique to Japan. It involves a hand cut stencil, resist dying, cold water washing and then open air drying. A feature of chusen dyeing is that the same pattern appears on both the front and back of the tenugui - making the color exceptional. Because they are dyed by hand no two pieces are exactly alike. Motifs reflect the change of seasons in Japan. nugoo has an ever-changing range of both classic and contemporary tenugui designs. They release two new collections a year. To view their just released autumn collection click on the Tenugui tab. Tenugui retail starting at USD$10.80 or CAD$15 each. Subscribe to nugoo's email list and get $5 USD off your next order (bottom right of their web-site). Get yours below!

My collection of nugoo tenugui - spring (sold out), autumn (same stencil, slightly different colors) and cockateel red.

My autumn tenugui as a picnic table runner in the dappled September sun. Note that the sides of tenugui are selvage, while the top and bottom edges are cut. This allows for a fringe to develop with use.  

Learn how to wrap a gift with a tenugui. The tenugui used is nugoo's Arare Blue.

Learn how to wrap a tissue box with tenugui. The tenugui used is nugoo's Shippou Orange. Match your tissue box to your decor!

nugoo Japan's on-line products include - tenugui, bento® lunch wraps, square cloth scarves, tea, accessories and greeting cards. Their online shop is in English, with prices in US dollars and worldwide shipping. You may also check prices in 14 different currencies including the Canadian dollar, British pound and Euro. Founded in 2006 nugoo also has five retail stores and a cafe in and around Tokyo.

nugoo, Japan - Hand dyed tenugui cloths and accessories

One of the best tenugui (Japanese hand towel) shops in Japan is now open online, in English, with prices in US dollars and shipping worldwide. nugoo features authentic tenugui cloths and accessories in an array of classic and contemporary designs. Tenugui (click for pronunciation) is a lightweight 100% cotton fabric that is hand dyed by skilled craftsmen using the chusen technique. They measure approximately 92cm x 32cm (36.22" x 12.60"). In Japanese culture tenugui have a rich history that dates back centuries. They are remarkable for their striking colors and patterns. These works of art have many everyday uses - hand towel, head wear, gift wrap, wall hanging, table setting and so on. The possibilities are endless. This stylish everyday cloth is a staple in Japan and a growing trend outside of it. Get yours below! All orders over $60 US get free standard shipping with coupon code FREESHIPJULY.

Tenugui Moteru Onna, 1920

Hashiguchi Goyo

Woodblock Print

Woman holding a tenugui

nugoo Japan's on-line products include - tenugui, bento® lunch wraps, square cloth scarves, tea, accessories and greeting cards. Their online shop is in English, with prices in US dollars and worldwide shipping. You may also check prices in 14 different currencies including the Canadian dollar, British pound and Euro. Founded in 2006 nugoo also has five retail stores and a cafe in and around Tokyo.