Cotton Towel [TENUGUI] / KOMON / MANGA / NAWA-JIMANAWA JIMA This playful design features animals diligently climbing rope like stripes, an artistic reinterpretation of the traditional "NAWA JIMA" pattern. Symbolizing "ascension" and the idea of holding things together, it is also recommended as a good luck charm for competitions or exams. "NAWA JIMA" is a traditional Japanese striped pattern in which rope like lines are arranged in a regular, orderly manner. A fun "TENUGUI" collection with manga