Yukata is a traditional Japanese costume worn during the summer season. Yukata are usually made of cotton unlike kimono which are made of silk. People, especially young women wear yukata to events such as summer matsuri (festival) and hanabi-taikai (fireworks display).
This washcloth is a handkerchief and a placemat made from a remake of the yukata. Tenugui is an old-fashioned name for Japan and refers to a face towel. Handkerchiefs can be folded so small that they are very convenient to carry. Place mats can be placed under dishes at mealtimes to make the table more colorful. It has a Japanese style since ancient times, so you can always enjoy different ways of enjoying it.
