Traditional thin towel widely used in Japan. The tenugi has various possible uses:

- As a cloth to wipe off water, moisture or dust,

- As a towel,

- As a decoration by hanging it on a wall or at a doorway,

- As a fashion accessory by tying it on a bag or as a bandana,

- As a health product, as a bandage, a compress or by wetting it and placing it on the forehead,

- As a wrapping for giving a gift, carrying bottles or protecting objects.