Shirayuki Kitchen Cloth - Bush Clover
Bush clover 萩 is one of the Seven Autumn Flowers of Japan, blooming from early summer and peaking in late summer. Its slender branches heavy with purple-pink flowers have been a beloved autumnal scene since the Manyo period (710–794), when poets wrote of their delicate forms swaying in the wind.
Woven in Nara from Japanese cotton and rayon spun from wood pulp. The rayon — a renewable, biodegradable fiber — gives better moisture absorption and odor resistance than cotton or linen alone.
The cloth arrives slightly stiff, coated with natural sweet potato starch from Kagoshima. Rinse the starch out with warm water (around 40°C) before first use, and the cloth transforms — softer, more absorbent, more familiar with each wash.
Over time, a single Shirayuki Fukin moves naturally through its purposes — from a dish or hand towel, to a counter wipe, to a utility cleaner. One cloth, used fully from first wash to last.
How to care for Shirayuki Kitchen Cloth
Handwash preferred. For machine washing, use a laundry net.
Chlorine and oxygen bleaches are both OK — follow the bleach manufacturer's directions.
Air dry. Avoid tumble drying — the dryer will cause shrinkage.
Made in Nara Prefecture, Japan.
- Dimensions
- Materials
- Care Guide
Width: 30.0 cm (12.0”)
Height: 40.0 cm (15.0”)
85% rayon (viscose, wood-pulp based), 15% cotton
The rayon used in Shirayuki Cloth is a regenerated fiber made from wood pulp. It is biodegradable and naturally returns to the environment over time. Cotton is blended in to improve durability for everyday kitchen use.
Hand washing is recommended. Use a laundry net when washing in the washing machine.
To prevent shrinkage, please air dry and avoid tumble drying.
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I really like these cloths. Elevates the clean up experience😀. Nothing to do with the product but I ended up paying much more for it by the time shipping and customs were paid. Not sure I would buy more for that reason.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted that you enjoy the cloths and that they add a touch of joy to your cleanup routine. 😊
We understand that shipping and customs fees can sometimes be a consideration for our international customers. While we’re glad that some regions, like the US, benefit from agreements that help avoid customs charges, we recognize that this isn’t the case for you.
Shipping fees, however, are within our control, and we remain committed to continually finding ways to make the shopping experience smoother and more affordable for all our customers around the world.
Your feedback is invaluable, and we truly appreciate your support. Thank you for choosing us!
Very beautiful I love it all! The colors, the floral patterns.
Wow! We added a number of cloth items to our share brooms order to avoid additional shipping costs and are we glad we did. The shirayuki kitchen cloths are gorgeous and do an excellent job. Frankly it's hard to get very excited by cleaning cloths but their strong construction, beautiful design and multilayered absorbency quickly led us to replace the hodgepodge of "rags" and old washcloths we were using in the kitchen. We enjoyed them so much, in light of the upcoming holiday season, we ordered a few dozen more as little gifts and stocking stuffers.Make sure you follow the instructions regarding rinsing the cloths before their initial use to get rid of excess potato starch.