Kontex MOKU Japanese Imabari Towels
Explore the Kontex MOKU series of lightweight Japanese Imabari towels, made in Japan for quick drying, compact packing and everyday use.
Compare MOKU Light, MOKU LINEN, MOKU TECH, MOKU ORGANIC and KIYORA MOKU for travel, gym, sauna, bath, kitchen and daily carry.
MOKU SERIES
Choose the MOKU towel that fits the way you use it
All five MOKU towels are thin, light and woven in Imabari, Japan, and Kontex lists both sauna and travel among the intended uses for every one of them. What actually separates them is fibre, size range, published weight and the functional yarns each one uses.
Compare the MOKU series
Showing 5 of 5 towels
| Towel | Material | Sizes | Drying & absorbency | Intended use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 MOKU Light | 100% cotton |
| Thin 100% cotton weave; absorbent for its weight and quick to dry. | |
 MOKU LINEN | 60% cotton, 40% linen |
| Linen gives a drier, crisper surface while the cotton carries the absorbency. | |
 MOKU TECH | 45% upcycled cotton, 40% recycled polyester, 10% cupro, 5% rayon |
| Bemberg™ cupro on the yarn surface aids absorption; recycled polyester holds little water, so it dries fast and stays comfortable when damp. | |
 MOKU ORGANIC | 100% organic cotton |
| Thin organic cotton weave; soft, absorbent and quick to dry. | |
 KIYORA MOKU | 80% cotton, 17% rayon, 3% polyester |
| The thin quick-dry MOKU weave, plus silver ion, catechin and Binchotan charcoal yarns that support antibacterial and deodorising performance. |
Sizes are given in centimetres, with approximate inch equivalents.
Which MOKU should you choose?
One towel for most situationsMOKU LightThe only MOKU with three sizes, from a 28 × 28 cm hand size to a 60 × 120 cm bath size.
The largest towel, or a crisp linen touchMOKU LINENL is 70 × 140 cm, the largest size in the series; the 40% linen blend feels drier against the skin.
The lightest towel, or odour control between washesKIYORA MOKUAbout 50 g, with silver ion, catechin and Binchotan charcoal yarns. Not a medical product; regular washing is still recommended.
Technical fibres, or the most compact pieceMOKU TECHAbout 95% environmentally conscious materials, M around 70 g, and an HK size of 25 × 25 cm — the smallest piece in the series.
Organic cotton, kept simpleMOKU ORGANIC100% organic cotton in a single 33 × 100 cm size, in soft natural tones.
Also in the MOKU family
MOKU series questions
What is a Kontex MOKU towel?
MOKU is a family of thin, lightweight Imabari towels by Kontex. They are designed to absorb well for their weight, dry quickly and take up little space in a bag or bathroom. The series comprises MOKU Light, MOKU LINEN, MOKU TECH, MOKU ORGANIC and KIYORA MOKU.
Which MOKU towel is best for travel?
MOKU Light is the most versatile starting point because it is the only one offered in three sizes. MOKU TECH suits sport and outdoor use, KIYORA MOKU adds deodorising functionality, MOKU LINEN has a crisp touch and the largest size, and MOKU ORGANIC prioritises organic cotton.
Which MOKU towels are suitable for sauna and travel?
Kontex lists sauna and travel among the intended uses for all five MOKU towels, so suitability is not the deciding factor. Choose instead on size, fibre and weight: KIYORA MOKU adds deodorising yarns and is the lightest at about 50 g, MOKU TECH uses technical recycled fibres, and MOKU LINEN offers the largest size at 70 × 140 cm.
Which MOKU towel is the lightest?
Kontex publishes weights for two of the five: KIYORA MOKU at about 50 g, and MOKU TECH in M size at about 70 g. Weights for MOKU Light, MOKU LINEN and MOKU ORGANIC are not published, so they are not compared here.
What is the difference between MOKU Light and MOKU LINEN?
MOKU Light is 100% cotton and offers three sizes, including a compact 28 × 28 cm and a light 60 × 120 cm bath towel. MOKU LINEN blends 60% cotton with 40% linen for a drier, crisper feel and includes a larger 70 × 140 cm bath size.
What is the difference between MOKU Light and MOKU ORGANIC?
Both are 100% cotton. MOKU ORGANIC uses certified organic cotton in a single 33 × 100 cm size in soft natural tones, while MOKU Light is offered in three sizes and a wider colour range.
Is MOKUTUBE a towel?
No. MOKUTUBE is a stretch pillow cover by Kontex, made in Imabari from 98% cotton and 2% polyurethane. One size fits pillows 22–44 cm wide and 60 cm long, and it is also used as a cushion cover or neck warmer.
Are MOKU towels made in Japan?
Yes. The MOKU towels in this collection are made in Imabari, Ehime, Japan, a region known for towel weaving.
What MOKU towel sizes are available in inches?
The range runs from approximately 9.8 × 9.8 inches (MOKU TECH HK) to 27.6 × 55.1 inches (MOKU LINEN L). Exact centimetre and inch measurements are shown in the comparison table and on each product page.
All MOKU towels are woven in Imabari, Japan by Kontex.