Oboro Towels: Softness and Quality
The Oboro towel was created by Shozaburo Morita, a Japanese portrait artist, in 1909. But despite modern towel production spanning most areas of the globe, the traditional manufacturing methods from the Tsu City area where the Oboro towels were first produced remain steadfast. The moderately-thick towel is favored by the Japanese people who value the soothing waters of hot springs and long, luxurious baths. So what makes them so popular?
A major factor in their popularity is their texture, which consists of a thin pile thread that is about half the thickness of standard towels on sale. This makes the towel extra-soft on the skin, as well as very absorbent, being capable of drying the skin and wiping down afterward with ease. When done, there is no stressing about how to make towels soft again. These 100% cotton towels are easily wrung out and dried, remaining soft and lightweight after use.
