A light towel with plenty of reach. Kontex’s medium Moku has a long, narrow shape that works by the basin, over a kitchen rail or in your gym bag. Soft cotton and a slim weave make it easy to fold and bring along when a conventional towel feels too bulky.
Why We Love It
- 100% cotton with a soft feel.
- Fine cotton yarns create an absorbent, breathable fabric that dries quickly.
- Slim construction that is easy to fold and carry.
- A practical alternative when storage or bag space is limited.
Kontex says the medium Moku can dry indoors in approximately 90 minutes, depending on the season. At around 50 g, it is particularly easy to carry; its fine yarns and breathable weave help it release moisture quickly.
Everyday Use
Use for drying hands at home or bring it to the gym, pool or sauna. Hang it open after use and wash regularly.
Kontex’s textile story begins in Imabari, Japan, where the company has made towels since 1934. Its distributor Morihata describes fine, garment-quality threads woven gently on traditional low-speed looms, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mount Ishizuchi. This careful approach develops the cotton’s softness and absorbency.
The fabric’s subtle depth comes from textured nep yarns and mixed-tone yarns—the latter inspired the Moku name. These small details give a simple everyday towel its distinctive character.
Product Details
- Dimensions: approximately 33 × 100 cm.
- Material: 100% cotton.
- Moku range by Kontex.
- Made in Japan.
Care
Follow the care label. Wash with mild detergent, avoiding bleach and fabric softener. Hang open to dry thoroughly.