BAN INOUE
CAYA Mosquito Net Cotton Cloth

This kaya cloth, made by layering 100% cotton mosquito net fabric, offers excellent absorbency, a pleasant feel, and quick-drying properties.

Kaya (mosquito net) has been woven as a traditional local industry in Nara since the Edo period. Utilizing its coarse weave, we created this beautiful and functional 100% cotton cloth.

The convenient large size of 58x58cm makes it exceptionally easy to use.




Initially, it's stiff due to starch, but with each wash and use, it transforms into a soft and gentle texture.




Kaya has excellent water absorption, quick-drying, and breathability.
Therefore, it quickly absorbs water, dries fast, is resistant to unpleasant odors, and is hygienic.




At 58x58cm, this large size can thoroughly wipe even large plates.
It can be used in various ways, such as a small towel, a lunch box wrap, for covering, hanging, wrapping, or rolling.



【Kaya (Mosquito Net)】
---Kaya refers to a coarsely woven fabric. The character "蚊" (ka, mosquito) is included because it was originally used as an insect repellent cloth.
BAN INOUE's commitment is to 100% cotton, vibrantly colored kaya.

【Features of Kaya Fabric】
---Kaya was originally hung as a mosquito repellent while sleeping.
It is a coarsely woven, well-ventilated fabric.
Woven with wide gaps between threads to allow air circulation, it is extremely light and highly flexible.
However, as a woven fabric, it has no elasticity.

【Appeal of Kaya Fabric】
---Once the "starch" used in weaving washes out, the individual fibers of each thread spread out, revealing the natural softness of cotton.
As the fine fibers intertwine, the material becomes even more skin-friendly, transforming into a soft, light, and airy fabric.
It can be safely used by those with sensitive skin and children.




Vibrant Colors
To highlight the clean and beautiful texture of kaya fabric, we meticulously dye it in colors inspired by traditional Japanese hues such as wisteria and yamabuki (golden yellow).

Absorbent, Quick-Drying, Breathable
Kaya has excellent water absorption, quick-drying, and breathability. Therefore, it quickly absorbs water, dries fast, is resistant to unpleasant odors, and is hygienic.

Safe Natural Material: 100% Cotton
To bring out the softness of kaya, we use no synthetic fibers, only 100% cotton. All manufacturing is done in Japan.



COLOR

Koh-iro (Incense Color)



Ginnezumi (Silver Gray)



Sakura (Cherry Blossom Pink)



Mizu (Water Blue)



Tetsukon (Dark Blue)
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Take (Bamboo Green)



Sora (Sky Blue)



Kaki (Persimmon Orange)



Fuji (Wisteria Purple)



Murasaki (Purple)







The unique color variation is particularly appealing, with even dark colors showing almost no fading. Since you can never have too many dishcloths, they are also popular as small gifts.
They are also recommended as handouts for thank-you gifts, moving greetings, or New Year's greetings.