Kyoto Double Gauze Towel - Choju-jinbutsu-giga (Scroll of People / Scroll of Animals)

【Kyoto Double Gauze Towel】 Made from soft and skin-friendly double-layered gauze, it feels gentle to the touch and is highly absorbent. Perfect for daily use, as a stylish accessory, or as a thoughtful gift. Proudly made in Japan for assured quality. 【Choju-jinbutsu-giga (Scrolls of Frolicking Animals and People)】 - The Ancestor of Japanese Manga! Beloved for its "National Treasure-level Healing Humor." Hailed as "Japan's Oldest Manga" and a "National Treasure," this picture scroll originated around 800 years ago during the Heian period. Using ink wash line drawing techniques, it personifies animals and people, depicting scenes of everyday play, sumo wrestling, and festivals. - Features: Humorous, lively, with simple and fluid lines, exuding a timeless charm. - Symbolism: Represents the earliest spirit of satire and humor in Japanese culture, serving as the inspiration for all Japanese illustrations and manga. 【Scroll of People and Peculiar Customs (Ding-juan)】 With a distinct style from the previous scrolls, this section primarily focuses on human society, carrying a strong satirical undertone. - Themes: Featuring people as protagonists, it illustrates various court rituals, folk games, charades, or peculiar competitions, with scenes full of ceremonial grandeur and quirky humor. - Features: The brushwork is more realistic and detailed, capturing the comical expressions and exaggerated movements of people during rituals and games. It is the most satirical scroll in the series, offering a deep glimpse into the social tapestry of ancient Japan. 【Scroll of Lively Animal Sports (Kou-juan)】 The most popular and widely recognized part of the entire series. - Themes: Personified animal games. The main characters include rabbits, monkeys, and frogs, who are depicted chasing each other, swimming, diving, or engaging in sumo matches. - Features: The scenes are dynamic and full of life. The match between the frog and the rabbit is particularly iconic. The simple lines precisely capture the animals' postures and expressions, brimming with joyful playfulness. 【Product Specifications】 Size: 32 x 89cm Material: Cotton Origin: Made in Japan 【Washing and Care Instructions】 ・Hand wash is recommended. If using a washing machine, please use a laundry net. ・Do not bleach or tumble dry, as this may cause fading and shrinkage. 【Important Notes】 ※ Items such as socks, handkerchiefs, towels, and scarves are personal wear. To protect consumer rights and for personal hygiene reasons, returns or exchanges are not accepted once sold. Please carefully check the size and style before purchasing. (Excluding cases of incorrect item shipment or defects) ※ The color of the product images may vary slightly due to differences in computer monitor settings. Please refer to the actual product color. If you have any questions, please contact customer service. ※ The appreciation period is "not a trial period." Please inspect the product immediately upon receipt. If there are any defects, please take photos and notify us by phone, chat, or email within 24 hours of arrival. We will do our best to assist you. ※ If the product has been opened, used, or disassembled, resulting in a loss of completeness and resale value, your right to a return will be affected. ※ We regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted if the product is stained, has been washed, the tags are removed or damaged, or if any accessories are missing.