Limited Edition "Biodegradable Charity Tenugui" Born from "Love for One's Child" - Gentle on Skin and Earth - Now Available for General Sale

Certified NPO ACE (Taito-ku, Tokyo, Representative: Yuka Iwatsuki, hereinafter ACE), which works to eliminate child labor, has collaborated with MIZANI Co., Ltd. (Brand Name: Pépar, hereinafter MIZANI), a company developing washi paper yarn products, and artist Ichiro Yamaguchi to produce the "ACE Charity Tenugui," which is now available for general sale.

This product was originally developed as a limited-edition item for ACE's charity runners participating in the Tokyo Marathon 2026 Charity. Due to overwhelming positive feedback, it has now been decided to make it available for general sale to broaden the circle of support.

For each tenugui sold at the retail price of 2,750 yen (tax included), 500 yen will be donated to ACE and used for activities to protect children worldwide from child labor.

Key Features of This Product

1. A Hybrid Material Born from "Parental Love," Gentle on the Skin
   This special specification, a blend of 50% washi paper yarn and 50% cotton, was developed by Kosaku Sano, representative of MIZANI, after extensive research prompted by his own child's eczema and atopic dermatitis.
   The unique sponge-like structure of washi paper yarn efficiently circulates air, achieving high absorbency and quick-drying properties. It maintains cleanliness through the natural power of the material without chemicals, offering surprisingly comfortable wear for sensitive skin and during sweaty activities like sports.

2. A "Soaring Future" Painted by Artist Ichiro Yamaguchi
   Artist Ichiro Yamaguchi has created an original design for this product featuring the "hummingbird," the world's smallest bird, known for its incredible endurance in crossing vast oceans.
   The artwork is accompanied by a handwritten message, "Carry hope. Create change.," symbolizing how each individual's small actions can become a powerful force for social change.

3. Fusion of Kyoto Craftsmanship and Sustainability 
   To reproduce the delicate line art, artisans in a Kyoto dyeing factory meticulously adjust and dye each tenugui.
   The plant-derived washi paper yarn is biodegradable, decomposing into the earth in approximately 3 months after use, embodying a circular manufacturing process that also protects the future environment for children.

Product Overview

• Product Name: 【Ichiro Yamaguchi × ACE】 Biodegradable Tenugui - Hummingbird

• Price: 2,750 yen (tax included) *500 yen from each purchase will be donated to Certified NPO ACE.

• Sales Site: Pépar Official Online Shop
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