Japanese Oboro Cotton Bath Towels | The Last Bath Towel You'll Need

Graduate from your bath towel. Since 1908, Oboro has perfected a single radical idea: A towel so absorbent, so fast-drying, and so compact that you'll never reach for a bulky bath towel again.

Why Oboro Towels Are Different

Full-Body Drying in Half the Size: Absorbs up to 5× more than a standard towel and wicks moisture instantly - enough to dry your entire body and hair, in a towel that fits in your gym bag.
Soft From Day One, Softer Every Wash: Crafted from low-twist cotton using Oboro's century-old technique, it starts cloud-soft and only gets better over time.
Dries in Minutes, Not Hours: Far faster-drying than conventional bath towels, which means no damp smell, fewer washes, and less hassle - especially in smaller homes or humid climates.
Gentle Enough for the Most Sensitive Skin: Certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (Class I) and the Japan Atopy Association - safe for babies, eczema-prone skin, and anyone sensitive to synthetic fibres.
Lighter on Your Home and the Planet: Smaller size means less water, less energy, and less space - without compromising on performance.

Size: 33cm × 100cm / 12.9in × 39.3in

Material & Origin

100% Cotton
Made in Mie Prefecture, Japan

Care

Machine washable up to 50°C
Tumble dry low
Avoid bleaching

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