When the summer heat kicks in, few things feel more fitting than swapping in lighter, brighter accessories around the home and wardrobe. Kamawanu’s latest summer tenugui collection does exactly that, with a vibrant range of hand-dyed cotton cloths featuring seasonal colours and playful warm-weather motifs.
Traditionally used as everyday cloths, tenugui have evolved into one of Japan’s most versatile lifestyle staples. Use them as lightweight scarves, wrap them around gifts or lunch boxes, display them as wall art, or drape them over shelves and tables for an easy seasonal update.
Stop by one of Kamawanu’s Tokyo shops to explore the full line-up, alongside original clothing, eco bags, scarves, ceramics and tableware sourced from artisans around Japan. Prefer to shop from home? The collection is also available online via Kamawanu’s official website.
From refreshing seasonal motifs to minimalist patterns in cool summer hues, these are some of the standout designs to pick up this season.
This new summer print captures the atmosphere of Japan’s refreshing beer gardens, where you can sit back with a cold pint under twinkling lanterns while snacking on light bites like edamame. Set against a navy background, the playful motifs stand out beautifully, making the design ideal as a gift or as interior décor to bring a lively summer feel into your home.
No flower captures the spirit of summer quite like the bright and cheerful sunflower. This lighthearted new design would look beautiful framed as wall décor to bring a summery touch to your home, while also working well as a colourful accessory for your wardrobe or bag.
When it comes to cooling off in summer, a classic kissaten (traditional coffee shop) cream soda really hits the spot. This charming seasonal print features a retro-style cream soda in refreshing cool-toned colours, designed to evoke the feeling of a crisp summer beverage on a warm day. With the bright cherry on top adding an extra playful pop of colour, this cloth would be a great addition to any kitchen.
One of Japan’s quintessential summer experiences is visiting a fireworks festival. This striking print captures the scene beautifully, featuring dazzling fireworks bursting over an iconic Mt Fuji backdrop. With its bold, scenic design, the tenugui works especially well displayed on a wall or used as a table runner.
If you’re dreaming of cooler days, this adorable polar bear print should help whisk you away to chillier climates. Look closely and you’ll spot mother-and-baby polar bears throughout the heartwarming design. Perfect for summer, this tenugui works well wrapped around a water bottle to collect condensation or used to cover an ice pack to help keep cool.