JP7746251B2 - Multi-layer towel - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a multi-layer towel, which is formed by folding a towel into multiple layers.

First of all, the use of handkerchiefs dates back to before Christ, and in medieval France they were condensed into the square cloth shape we see today, made from materials such as linen, silk, and cotton, and spread from aristocratic society to the general public, where they have continued to be used to this day.
Recently, handkerchiefs have shifted from being used for personal grooming to being used in everyday life, and practical uses such as wiping away moisture after washing your hands, wiping away sweat, and blowing your nose have become common.

The importance of hand washing in preventing the spread of infectious diseases worldwide is now being reaffirmed.
Therefore, towels are commonly used at home after washing hands, and paper towels are commonly used when out and about.
However, when you are out and about, paper towels are not always readily available, reaffirming the need to carry a handkerchief.
Furthermore, waste of paper towels is a problem as a measure against global warming.

Nowadays, the number of people carrying handkerchiefs is decreasing. The reason for this is thought to be that handkerchiefs are made of thin fabric, and are folded over a large area before being carried, and people are reluctant to take the trouble of unfolding the handkerchief when using it and then folding it again after use.
Furthermore, handkerchiefs are made of thin fabrics and have poor moisture absorption capacity, so there are limitations to their performance as a material for wiping away moisture, and people are reluctant to carry damp fabric after use.

On the other hand, the towels used today were industrialized in the mid-19th century when British people were inspired by Turkish textiles while traveling, and production began in the United States and spread all over the world.
Another feature of the towel is that its pile structure makes it highly absorbent, breathable, and soft to the touch.
Furthermore, towels have the advantage of being able to combine different brushed areas and various functions, so they are available in a variety of sizes to suit various uses, allowing them to be used flexibly in a variety of situations in the user's life.

Therefore, towel handkerchiefs, which are towels made of toweling fabric with excellent absorbency, are available on the market.
Hand washing is highly valued as a current infectious disease prevention measure, and there are hopes that towel handkerchiefs, which have excellent moisture absorption properties, will be widely used.
Additionally, some companies are offering towel handkerchiefs that are half the size of conventional towel handkerchiefs, contributing to the spread of portable towel handkerchiefs.
However, towel handkerchiefs have a shape that inherits the flat structure of existing towels, and they are spread out when used and then folded again and carried after use, which means that the hassle and hassle of flat handkerchiefs remains the same.

Therefore, a towel has been proposed in which a cross-shaped portion is formed in the towel fabric without forming a pile portion, making it easy to fold, less bulky, and easier to fold (Patent Document 1).
However, this proposal does not change the towel fabric in a flat state, and does not solve the problem of the effort required to unfold it when in use and fold it after use.

Next, a proposal has been made to address the problem of storing a wet handkerchief in clothing or a bag (Patent Document 2).
This proposal aims to solve the problem by using a bag structure made of two types of fabric, one side of which is made of fabric that absorbs moisture easily and the other side of which is made of fabric that does not absorb moisture easily, by turning the side that absorbs moisture less onto the outside after use, so that the wet side is on the inside.
However, it is a bag structure made of two types of materials.

Furthermore, a double-bag structure has been proposed in which a tubular piece of fabric is joined to the opening of a bag-shaped piece of fabric.
(Patent Document 3)
This proposal involves joining the opening of a tubular piece of fabric to the opening of a bag, allowing the user to insert one hand into the tubular piece of fabric and the other hand into the bag, so that both hands can be inserted into the bag at the same time.
However, the double-bag structure that wipes away moisture from both the palm and back of both hands can be formed from a single bag. Also, the fact that it can be worn on a belt or similar item is highly appreciated.

Utility Model Registration No. 3232163 Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 10-212605 Patent No. 7013081

To begin with, towels have been produced and used in different sizes, using different brushing and weaving methods and a variety of materials, taking advantage of the excellent absorbency, breathability, and soft feel of pile fabric.
Towels are generally used in the bathroom and include body towels, face towels, and bath towels for washing the body, as well as sports towels and beach towels for use outdoors, muffler towels for covering the neck, and towel blankets and sheets for bedding.Towels are given individual names based on their material, shape, and size, depending on their intended use.
Furthermore, while cotton is the most widely used material for towels, synthetic fibers such as nylon and polyester are also used. Silk and gauze are used for infants and women with sensitive skin, and nonwoven fabrics are also used in medical and nursing care settings.

To this day, towels are distinguished by their different shapes and sizes and are made of different materials, and are called by names corresponding to their intended uses.
There are also examples of towels formed into a bag shape, which are used when bathing by putting the user's hands in the bag, and some are used simply for the purpose of keeping the body clean.
It is also used to store plastic bottles.
However, most towels are used in a flat state, folded, stored and carried, and there has been no change in the way they are used.

In addition, when towels are washed in a washer/dryer, their flat, long shape causes them to get tangled and tangled. Fabric softeners are used to prevent this, but if the fabric softener remains in the fibers, they will stiffen and cause a deterioration in the performance of the towel, so fabric softeners are not suitable for washing cotton towels in particular.
Therefore, it is preferable to wash only towels in a washing machine, but washing only a small number of towels in a large amount of water without tangling them is inefficient.

The object of the present invention is to address the concern that flat, long towels tend to become tangled and rubbed in a washing/drying machine, thereby deteriorating the towels' excellent absorbency and softness.
Furthermore, the present invention seeks to free users from the hassle of folding towels and to rectify the inefficiency of the surface structure.
The present invention aims to fundamentally rethink and improve towels.
In other words, the solution is to convert the surface shape from a single layer to a multi-layer three-dimensional structure.

The multi-layer towel (1) of the present invention is a multi-layer towel (1) in which a towel portion (2) is folded to form multiple layers,
The towel part (2) is composed of a pile part (3) and edges of the pile part (3), namely, an upper edge part (4a), a lower edge part (4b), a left edge part (4c), and a right edge part (4d),
The multi-layer towel (1) comprises a curved portion (5) formed by folding the towel portion (2), an interlayer portion (8) formed by folding the towel portion (2), a joining portion (6) where the edges are joined, and an opening (7) where the edges are not joined.
The towel part (2) is substantially rectangular in shape,
The towel part (2) is folded to form three layers,
The towel portion (2) is folded to form two interlayer portions (8),
The towel part (2) is folded to form the two curved parts (5),
The curved portions (5) are curved in opposite directions to each other,
The upper edge portion (4a) has three connecting portions (6) formed thereon,
The lower edge portion (4b) has three connecting portions (6) formed thereon,
The joints (6) of the upper edge (4a) are joined to the joints (6) of the lateral upper edges (4a),
The joints (6) of the lower edge (4b) are joined to the joints (6) of the lateral lower edge (4b),
The unconnected portion of the upper edge (4a) of the curved portion (5) is formed with the opening (7),
The unconnected portion of the lower edge (4b) of the curved portion (5) is characterized in that the opening (7) is formed therein.

The multi-layer towel (1) of the present invention is characterized in that the towel portion (2) is folded to form four or five layers.

For example, when towels are used in a washer/dryer, their long, flat shape can cause them to tangle and become tangled, so fabric softeners are used to prevent this. However, if the fabric softener remains in the fibers, they will stiffen and cause a deterioration in performance, making them unsuitable for washing cotton towels in particular.
The first effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention creates a multi-layered three-dimensional structure by folding and bonding flat towels, and by layering the towels to an area that suits the purpose of use, the surface area is reduced, so the towels do not get tangled when washed and dried, preventing the fibers from rubbing against each other and preventing deterioration of the towels.

For example, existing towels have a flat structure with a front and back surface.
The second effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention is created by folding and bonding flat towels to create a multi-layered three-dimensional structure, and by layering the towels to an area that matches the purpose of use, the surface area is reduced, making it easier to store and carry around than a towel of the same area, thanks to the compact multi-layered structure.

For example, existing towels have a flat structure with a front and back surface.
The third effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention is completed as a multi-layer structure in which the towels are bound together in a folded state, so the user is freed from the trouble of unfolding the towel when using it and folding it after use, making it easy to carry.

For example, when existing towels are formed in a bag-like shape, the inner corners can hinder the efficiency of washing and drying.Furthermore, there is a concern that lint that accumulates in the corners can impair the cleanliness of the towel.
The fourth effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention does not have a simple bag structure, but is formed by folding the towel to form multiple layers, and openings are formed in the curved folded parts. Therefore, the multiple curved openings improve the efficiency of washing and drying, and do not leave any loose fibers behind, thereby achieving cleanliness and breathability.

For example, towels have a wide surface shape, and the unused edges are inefficient when used, and they also tend to be poor at absorbing moisture from gaps such as the back of the hand and between the fingers.
A fifth effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention allows the user to insert his or her fingers between the layers, thereby efficiently absorbing moisture from above, below, left and right.
Furthermore, the corners of the multi-layer towel have thick layers instead of thin flat surfaces, so that moisture absorption in the finer details can be ensured.

For example, existing towels have been renamed to suit various uses, but their surface structure remains unchanged. They are also used for stuffed toys, aprons for infants, plastic bottle covers, masks, and more.
The sixth effect of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel of the present invention is characterized by its structure, and is not limited to towel fabric, but can be applied to a wide range of textile products.
In other words, it offers a new world of towel products to the existing towel market.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer body towel 10. As shown in FIG. FIG. 2 is a development view for explaining FIG. FIG. 3 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer towel handkerchief 20. As shown in FIG. The figure is a development view for explaining FIG. FIG. 5 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer hand towel 30. As shown in FIG. FIG. 6 is a development view for explaining FIG.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer body towel 10. As shown in FIG.
FIG. 2 is a development view for explaining FIG.
FIG. 3 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer towel handkerchief 20. As shown in FIG.
FIG. 4 is a development view for explaining FIG.
FIG. 5 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer hand towel 30. As shown in FIG.
The figure is a development view for explaining FIG.

This embodiment will be described on the premise of a towel, but the material is not limited or specified.
The multi-layered towel 1 of the present invention shown in this embodiment has a structure that is common to a wide range of fabrics.
For example, silk or gauze is suitable for infants and the elderly who have sensitive skin, while synthetic fibers are suitable for cleaning such as cloths and window cleaners, and there is no specific or limiting factor to towel fabric.

The present embodiment illustrates and explains three examples of the implementation of the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention.
This example explains the characteristics of the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention based on an example in which a cotton towel is used, but is not intended to specify or limit the invention.

For example, towels are made of terry cloth and are used in all aspects of our daily lives.
In particular, cotton towels are widely used for a variety of purposes, from washing your face to bathing, bedding, and sports.
This cotton towel features a pile structure that provides excellent absorbency and a soft feel, and is used by pressing it against the body to absorb moisture.
However, towels are characterized by their large surface area, and the area used to absorb moisture is limited, with many unused areas near the four corners, making them inefficient; the problem lies in their large surface structure.
In other words, the surface structure of a towel requires time and effort, such as being unfolded when used and folded and stacked when stored.

The first feature of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is formed by folding the flat towel portion 2 and joining the folded state at the joining portion 6 to form a multi-layer structure, thereby realizing a folded, multi-layered, three-dimensional structure.
In other words, the user is freed from the troublesome task of folding.

For example, the human skin is called the cutaneous tissue and is the largest organ of the body.
Until today, the act of washing the body begins with removing dirt from the skin, and recently, removing old dead skin cells was once popular as a form of exfoliation.
However, today, skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis, senile xerosis, asteatotic dermatitis, and exfoliative dermatitis are recognized as widespread problems, and interest in the skin is once again on the rise. However, the actual state of the skin itself has not been fully elucidated, and research into the skin is still in progress.
A common theme in the current recommendations from those working with skin is that they completely overturn conventional wisdom such as not rubbing the skin, not washing it too much, and not rubbing it, and there is concern that they will wash away the skin's moisturizing ingredients and weaken the skin's barrier function.

The second feature of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention has multiple interlayer sections 8 into which the user's fingers can be inserted, allowing the user's fingers to feel as if they are one with the multi-layer towel 1, thereby enabling delicate use.
That is, when a user washes his/her body with the multi-layer towel 1, the multi-layer towel 1 is integrated with the user's fingers, and the user can wash gently by stroking the towel.
Furthermore, when wiping off moisture with the multi-layer towel 1, the user can press the multi-layer towel 1, which is integrated with the user's fingers, to absorb moisture, thereby preventing friction on the skin.

For example, towels are made of terry cloth and are used in all aspects of our lives.
In particular, cotton towels are widely used for a variety of purposes, from washing your face to bathing, bedding, and sports.
This cotton towel also features a pile structure that provides excellent absorbency, breathability, and a soft feel.
However, washing in a washing machine can cause long towels to get tangled and tangled, so fabric softener is used to prevent this. However, if the fabric softener remains in the fibers, they become stiff and their performance deteriorates, so washing in a washing machine is not suitable, especially for washing cotton towels.
Furthermore, when washing towels in a washing machine, it is necessary to wash only a small amount of towels in a large amount of water to avoid tangling, which is inefficient.

The third feature of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention has a multi-layer structure in which the flat towel portion 2 is folded and the folded state is bonded and maintained, so that the towel is not wide or long and does not get tangled during washing, and therefore does not require the use of fabric softener.
In other words, the user is no longer required to take the trouble of untangling the tangled fabric during washing, and washing is achieved without damaging the fibers, so the multi-layer towel 1 can be kept in an optimum state, and the performance of the towel is not deteriorated, so the towel can be kept in an optimum state for a long time.

For example, towels are made of terry cloth and are used in all aspects of our lives.
In particular, cotton towels are widely used for everything from washing your face to bathing, bedding, and sports, and are characterized by their excellent absorbency and soft feel thanks to their pile structure.
However, drying in the sun is not suitable, especially for cotton pile, as it hardens the fibers.
Furthermore, modern washing and drying machines are suitable for drying towels.
However, when towels are washed in a washing machine, they become tangled and tangled, damaging the fibers and promoting shedding.

The fourth feature of the present invention is that the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention has a multi-layered three-dimensional structure in which the flat towel portion 2 is folded and held together in the folded state, thereby preventing tangling and entanglement during washing and drying.
Furthermore, the multi-layer towel 1 has a multi-layer structure with a plurality of openings, which allows for efficient washing and drying and prevents accumulation of loose fibers.
Furthermore, since the multi-layered towel 1 has a plurality of openings 7 formed therein, the openings improve the efficiency of shortening the drying time.
In other words, the user can save time and effort in untangling tangled or knotted clothes during washing, thereby achieving a more comfortable washing experience.
Furthermore, the multi-layer structure prevents the towel from deteriorating, ensuring that the towel maintains its ideal absorbency, breathability, and comfortable feel for a long time, ensuring a comfortable life.

Next, Examples 1, 2, and 3 will be described using a common towel part 2 size of approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and approximately 300 cm2 in area.
In addition, each example demonstrates the features of the present invention by comparing the sizes when towel portions 2 of the same size are used and made into multiple layers.
Furthermore, the size of the multi-layer towel 1 that is actually constructed is not specified or limited to the size of this embodiment.

Next, in this embodiment, the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention will be described as a multi-layer body towel 10, a multi-layer towel handkerchief 20, and a multi-layer hand towel 30, but is not limited to or specified in this embodiment.
Furthermore, the expressions of the towel portion 2 and the pile portion 3 in this embodiment are not specified or limited to existing towels and piles.
Furthermore, the joining portion 6 in this embodiment is described on the assumption that it is sewn, but it may be suitably selected and adopted from existing joining means, and is not specified or limited to this embodiment.

Next, in this embodiment, Example 1 shows an example in which the towel part 2 has three layers, Example 2 shows an example in which the towel part 2 has four layers, and Example 3 shows an example in which the towel part 2 is formed of two consecutive three-layer structures.
Furthermore, the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is based on the premise that the towel portion 2 to be used is an existing towel, and it is taken into consideration that if there are more than five layers, the towel will be too thick and difficult to use, so it is intentionally limited to five layers, but of course it is acceptable to have more than five layers if the material of the towel portion 2 is thin.

Originally, the purpose of bathing was to remove dirt and grime from the skin, by scrubbing with a brush or linen in a bathtub in Western Europe, and by scrubbing with a tenugui cloth in Japan.
However, in recent years, people have come to realize that our bodies are not dirty enough to forcibly remove dirt and grime, and that detergents and towels are actually damaging people's skin. As a result, it has become common to gently wrap and wash the elderly and young children in foamy detergent.
For example, towels used to wash the body are generally called face towels, and are intended for use during and after bathing, after washing hands, and for wiping away sweat.
Furthermore, existing body towels are towels for washing the body.
In Japan, the size of a body towel is about the same as a tenugui, approximately 30 centimeters long and 75 centimeters wide, but there is some variation.
In addition, face towels are used in hotels and other establishments, and are approximately 33 centimeters long and 80 centimeters wide.
Furthermore, materials such as linen, cotton, and nylon are used, and they are formed into a wide variety of shapes and sizes to suit the purpose of lathering, texture, and body cleansing.

Next, in Example 1, an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer body towel 10 will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating an example in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied to a multi-layer body towel 10. As shown in FIG.
FIG. 2 is a development view for explaining FIG.

Next, the multi-layered body towel 10 shown in Figs. 1 and 2 is an example in which the towel portion 2 is folded and formed into multiple layers.
The towel portion 2 of the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 is an example that is composed of a pile portion 3 and the edges of the pile portion 3, which are an upper edge 4a, a lower edge 4b, a left edge 4c, and a right edge 4d.

Next, Figures 1 and 2 show an example of the towel portion 2 of the multi-layer body towel 10, which is formed from a substantially rectangular towel portion 2, two curved portions 5 formed by folding the towel portion 2, six joining portions 6 where the edges are joined, four openings 7 where the edges are not joined, and two interlayer portions 8 where the user's fingers can be inserted.

Next, the curved portions 5 of the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 are an example in which the curved portions 5 and 5 are curved in opposite directions.

Next, the joining portions 6 of the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 are an example in which the joining portions 6 are formed at three locations on the upper edge 4a and three locations on the lower edge 4b.
The joining portions 6 of the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 are an example in which the three joining portions 6 of the upper edge 4a are joined to the joining portions 6 of the horizontal upper edge 4a, and the three joining portions 6 of the lower edge 4b are joined to the joining portions 6 of the horizontal lower edge 4b.

Next, the openings of the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 are an example in which the unjoined portion of the upper edge 4a of the curved portion 5 forms two openings 7, and the unjoined portion of the lower edge 4b of the curved portion 5 forms two openings 7.

Next, the multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 is an example formed from a towel portion 2 that is approximately 10 centimeters long, approximately 30 centimeters wide, and has an area of approximately 300 square centimeters, but this is not intended to be specific or limiting.
In addition, the examples shown assume that silk is used as the material, but are not intended to be specific or limiting.
The multi-layer body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 is an example in which a towel portion 2 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and approximately 300 square centimeters in area is folded into a towel portion measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 11 cm in width, and approximately 110 square centimeters in area, and then joined together to form a multi-layer body towel 10 with a multi-layered, three-dimensional structure.
Furthermore, the multi-layered body towel 10 shown in Figures 1 and 2 is an example in which the towel portion 2 is formed by folding and joining, but the configuration and size of the multi-layered body towel 10 are not specified or limited.

Next, the features of the multi-layer body towel 10 of the present invention will be described.
The first feature is that two interlayer sections 8 are formed in which the user's fingers can be inserted, allowing the user to insert their fingers into the interlayer sections 8 and wash their hands gently with the towel section 2 engaged with their fingers.
The second feature is that when the user inserts their fingers into the interlayer portion 8, they can select the thickness of the towel portion 2, either a single layer or a double layer, allowing them to wash delicate areas accurately.
The third feature is that since the user's fingers are inserted into the interlayer portion 8, it is possible to prevent damage from nails on people with sensitive skin such as young children and the elderly.
The fourth feature is that the end of the interlayer portion 8 is formed by the curved portion 5, so that the skin is not injured by the hard portion of the joint portion 6 but by the gentle towel portion 2 of the curved portion 5.
The fifth feature is that the multi-layered body towel 10 has four openings 7 formed in the three-layered towel portion 2, so that sufficient air necessary for lathering can be supplied.
Furthermore, the opening 7 improves the efficiency of washing and drying, thereby ensuring cleanliness.
The sixth feature is that the towel section 2 is in a folded and joined state, and does not need to be folded, thereby realizing efficient storage.

The importance of hand washing in preventing the spread of infectious diseases worldwide is now being reaffirmed.
Therefore, towels are commonly used at home to dry hands after washing, and paper towels are commonly used when out and about.
Additionally, when washing your hands while out and about, paper towels are not always readily available, reaffirming the importance of carrying a handkerchief.
Furthermore, global warming is a serious problem, and measures to combat global warming, such as preserving the natural environment, are considered important, so the waste of paper towels is a problem.
However, handkerchiefs are made of thin fabric and are carried folded over a large area, so people avoid the hassle of unfolding the handkerchief when using it and then folding it again after use, which leads to a decrease in the frequency of hand washing when out and about.
Furthermore, handkerchiefs made of thin fabrics have poor water absorption capacity and are limited in their performance as materials for wiping away moisture, and people do not want to carry wet fabric with them, which leads to a decrease in the frequency of hand washing when out and about, and there is a demand for carrying multiple handkerchiefs.
However, towel handkerchiefs that are generally carried in clothing pockets are approximately 25 cm long, 25 cm wide, and have an area of 625 square cm, and are folded to fit this large area. This size makes them difficult to store in clothing pockets, so they are usually carried in bags or other places.
Therefore, towel handkerchiefs, which are made of towels with excellent absorbency and are used as handkerchiefs, are available on the market.
This towel handkerchief is approximately 12.5 cm long, 25 cm wide, and has an area of approximately 312.5 square cm, making it possible to store it in a clothing pocket.
However, the towel handkerchief is carried in a folded state, unfolded when used, and folded again after use, so the usage pattern remains the same.

Next, in Example 2, an example of a multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 in which the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention is applied as a handkerchief will be explained with reference to Figs.
FIG. 3 is a perspective view illustrating an example of a second multi-layer towel 20 which is an embodiment of the multi-layer towel 1 of the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a development view for explaining FIG.

Next, the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figs. 3 and 4 is another example in which the towel portion 2 is folded and joined at the joining portion 6 to form a three-dimensional structure.
3 and 4 show an example in which the towel portion 2 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 is composed of a pile portion 3, an upper edge portion 4a and a lower edge portion 4b which are edges of the pile portion 3, a left edge portion 4c and a right edge portion 4d.

Next, Figures 3 and 4 show an example in which the towel section 2 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 is formed from a substantially rectangular towel section 2, three curved sections 5 formed when the towel section 2 is folded, eight joining sections 6 where the edges are joined, six openings 7 where the edges are not joined, and three interlayer sections 8 where the user's fingers can be inserted.

Next, the curved portions 5 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are examples in which the curved portions 5 and 5 are curved in opposite directions.

Next, the joining portions 6 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are examples in which the joining portions 6 are formed at four locations on the upper edge 4a and at four locations on the lower edge 4b.
The joining portions 6 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are examples in which the four joining portions 6 of the upper edge 4a are joined and the four joining portions 6 of the lower edge 5b are joined.
The connecting portions 6 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are examples in which the four connecting portions 6 of the upper edge 4a are connected to the connecting portions 6 of the horizontal upper edge 4a, and the four connecting portions 6 of the lower edge 4b are connected to the connecting portions 6 of the horizontal lower edge 4b.

Next, the openings 7 of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 are an example in which the unjoined portions of the upper edge 4a of the curved portion 5 form three openings 7, and the unjoined portions of the lower edge 5b of the curved portion 5 form three openings 7.

Next, the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 is an example formed from a towel section 2 having a size of approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and an area of approximately 300 square cm, but is not intended to be specific or limiting.
The multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figs. 3 and 4 is an example in which cotton is used as the material, but this is not intended to be specific or limiting.
The multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 is an example in which a single towel portion 2 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and approximately 300 square centimeters in area is formed into a multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 8 cm in width, and approximately 80 square centimeters in area.
Furthermore, the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figures 3 and 4 shows an example in which the towel part 2 is folded and joined, but the configuration and size of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 are not specified or limited.
The multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 shown in Figs. 3 and 4 is an example that achieves a size similar to that of a commercially available half-size multi-layer towel folded in four places.

Next, the features of the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 of the present invention will be described.
The first feature is that three interlayer sections 8 are formed for the user to insert his/her fingers into, so that the user can insert both his/her right and left fingers at the same time and absorb moisture from the fingers from above, below, left and right, thereby quickly and surely performing the function of a handkerchief.
The second feature is that when inserting the user's fingers into the interlayer portion 8, they can be easily inserted between the two curved portions 5, which makes it efficient to remove the device from clothing.
The third feature is that the user's fingers are inserted into the interlayer portion 8, and moisture is absorbed inside the interlayer portion 8, so the surface does not get wet much, which is advantageous when storing the cloth in clothing after use.
The fourth feature is that the multi-layer towel handkerchief 20 is made up of four layers and has six openings 7, which can improve the efficiency of washing and drying, thereby ensuring cleanliness.
The fifth feature is that the towel part 2 is in a folded and joined state and does not need to be folded, which improves the convenience for the user and makes it suitable for portability.

Oshibori are considered a uniquely Japanese culture, and are towels soaked in warm or cold water that are used to keep hands clean, and are provided especially in the food and beverage industry.
It has also become common for barbers to use a steamed towel to soften beards before shaving.
In recent years, Japanese airlines have begun offering it on international flights, and now airlines from many countries have adopted it on international flights, and it has also begun to be used in the food and beverage industry in several countries.
On the other hand, in medical institutions and nursing care facilities, hygiene is taken into consideration and disposable nonwoven wet towels are used, and wet tissues are popular among general users.
In other words, towels with a wet feel are now being reevaluated in comparison with towels with a dry feel, and their range of use appears to be gradually expanding.
Existing oshibori are made by rolling up a flat towel into a rod shape.
In other words, for the provider, it is the effort of wrapping the flat towel and the hassle of handling the provision and collection, and for the user, it is just the feeling of using the wet flat towel.
The problem is that there are no towels to use as hand towels.

Next, in a third embodiment, an example of a multi-layered hand towel 30 to which the multi-layered towel 1 of the present invention is applied will be shown and explained with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 5 is a perspective view illustrating an example of a multi-layered hand towel 30, which is an embodiment of the multi-layered towel 1 of the present invention.
FIG. 6 is a development view for explaining FIG.

Next, a multi-layered hand towel 30 shown in Figs. 5 and 6 is an example in which the towel portion 2 is folded to form multiple layers.
5 and 6 show an example in which the towel section 2 of the multi-layered hand towel 30 is made up of a pile section 3 and the edges of the pile section 3, which are an upper edge section 4a, a lower edge section 4b, a left edge section 4c, and a right edge section 4d.

Next, Figures 5 and 6 show an example of the towel portion 2 of the multi-layered hand towel 30, which is made up of a roughly rectangular towel portion 2, four curved portions 5 formed by folding the towel portion 2, eight joining portions 6 where the edges are joined, eight openings 7 where the edges are not joined, and four interlayer portions 8 where the user's fingers can be inserted.

Next, the curved portions 5 of the multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 are examples in which the curved portions 5 and 5 are curved in opposite directions.

Next, the joining portions 6 of the multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 are an example in which two towel portions 2 are formed continuously, with three joining portions formed on the upper edge 4a and three joining portions formed on the lower edge 4b, and six joining portions 6 are formed on the upper edge 4a and six joining portions 6 are formed on the lower edge 4b.
The joined portions 6 of the multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 show an example in which the three joined portions 6 on the upper edge 4a are joined to the joined portions 6 on the horizontal upper edge 4a, and the three joined portions 6 on the lower edge 4b are joined to the joined portions 6 on the horizontal lower edge 4b.

Next, Figures 5 and 6 show an example of the openings 7 of the multi-layered towel 30, where the unjoined portions of the upper edge 4a of the curved portion 5 form four openings 7, and the unjoined portions of the lower edge 4b of the curved portion 5 form four openings 7.

Next, the multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 is an example formed from a single towel portion 2 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and approximately 300 cm2 in area, but is not intended to be specific or limiting.
In addition, the examples shown assume that cotton is used as the material, but are not intended to be specific or limiting.
The multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 is an example in which a single towel portion 2 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 30 cm in width, and approximately 300 square cm in area is formed into a multi-layered towel 30 measuring approximately 10 cm in length, approximately 5 cm in width, and approximately 50 square cm in area.
Next, the multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figs. 5 and 6 is an example of a folded towel that is approximately 10 cm long, approximately 5 cm wide, and has an area of approximately 50 cm2.
The multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 is an example in which two three-layered towel sections 2 are formed continuously and then stacked to form a six-layered state, and is an example of a shape that can be held in the user's hand.
The multi-layered hand towel 30 shown in Figures 5 and 6 is an example in which, by folding it in half and stacking it, it can be made to be about the same size as a commercially available half-size multi-layered towel folded into five layers.
The multi-layered towel 30 shown in Figs. 5 and 6 will be described on the assumption that it is folded at the center portion 2a and carried around.

Next, the features of the multi-layered hand towel 30 of the present invention will be described.
The first feature is that the four interlayer portions 8 where the user places his/her fingers are formed, and the user places his/her fingers on the interlayer portion, so that the function of the hand towel can be performed quickly and reliably.
The second feature is that when the user places his/her fingers on the interlayer portion 8, the four curved portions 5 can be gently placed between the valleys of the fingers, allowing for efficient wiping of dirt and moisture.
The third feature is that the user's fingers are placed between the layers 8, so that wiping can be performed reliably, particularly on the fingertips, thereby achieving hygienic fingers.
The fourth feature is that the multi-layered towel 30 has six openings 7 formed by continuously forming two three-layered sections, which improves the efficiency of washing and drying, thereby ensuring cleanliness.
The fifth feature is that the device is provided to the user in a folded and combined state, making it easy to hand over, and the folded state allows for efficient storage and use.

1. Multi-layer towel 2. Towel portion 2a, central portion 3. Pile portion 4a, upper edge portion 4b, lower edge portion 4c, left edge portion 4d, right edge portion 5. Curved portion 6. Joint portion 7. Opening 8. Interlayer portion 10. Multi-layer body towel 20. Multi-layer towel handkerchief 30. Multi-layer hand towel

Claims (3)

A multi-layer towel (1) in which the towel part (2) is folded to form multiple layers,
The towel part (2) is composed of a pile part (3) and edges of the pile part (3), namely, an upper edge part (4a), a lower edge part (4b), a left edge part (4c), and a right edge part (4d),
The multi-layer towel (1) comprises a curved portion (5) formed by folding the towel portion (2), an interlayer portion (8) formed by folding the towel portion (2), a joining portion (6) where the edges are joined, and an opening (7) where the edges are not joined.
The towel part (2) is substantially rectangular in shape,
The towel part (2) is folded to form three layers,
The towel portion (2) is folded to form two interlayer portions (8),
The towel part (2) is folded to form two curved parts (5),
The curved portions (5) are curved in opposite directions to each other,
The upper edge portion (4a) is composed of a joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and an opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The lower edge portion (4b) is composed of a joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and an opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The connecting portions (6) are formed at three locations on the upper edge portion (4a),
The connecting portions (6) are formed at three locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The three connecting portions (6) of the upper edge portion (4a) are connected,
The three connecting portions (6) of the lower edge portion (4b) are connected,
The openings (7) are formed at two locations on the upper edge (4a),
The openings (7) are formed at two locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The opening (7) of the upper edge (4a) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The opening (7) of the lower edge (4b) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The interlayer portion (8) is composed of the curved portion (5) and the connecting portion (6),
The multi-layer towel (1) is characterized by comprising two interlayer sections (8) into which the user's fingers are inserted, and four openings (7) that prevent the accumulation of loose fibers from the interlayer sections (5).
The towel part (2) is folded to form four layers ,
The towel part (2) is folded to form three interlayer parts (8),
The towel part (2) is folded and curved to form three curved parts (5),
The curved portions (5) are curved in opposite directions to each other,
The upper edge portion (4a) is composed of the joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and the opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The lower edge portion (4b) is composed of the joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and the opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The connecting portions (6) are formed at four locations on the upper edge portion (4a),
The connecting portions (6) are formed at four locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The four connecting portions (6) of the upper edge portion (4a) are connected,
The four connecting portions (6) of the lower edge portion (4b) are connected,
The openings (7) are formed at three locations on the upper edge (4a),
The openings (7) are formed at three locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The opening (7) of the upper edge (4a) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The opening (7) of the lower edge (4b) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The interlayer portion (8) is composed of the curved portion (5) and the joint (6),
The multi-layer towel (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that it is composed of three interlayer sections (8) into which the user's fingers are inserted, and six openings (7) that prevent the accumulation of loose fibers from the interlayer sections (5).
The towel part (2) is folded to form five layers ,
The towel part (2) is folded to form the four interlayer parts (8),
The towel part (2) is folded to form four curved parts (5),
The curved portions (5) are curved in opposite directions to each other,
The upper edge portion (4a) is composed of a joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and an opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The lower edge portion (4b) is composed of a joining portion (6) which is a joining portion and an opening portion (7) which is a non-joining portion,
The connecting portions (6) are formed at five locations on the upper edge portion (4a),
The connecting portions (6) are formed at five locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The five connecting portions (6) of the upper edge portion (4a) are connected,
The five connecting portions (6) of the lower edge portion (4b) are connected,
The openings (7) are formed at four locations on the upper edge portion (4a),
The openings (7) are formed at four locations on the lower edge portion (4b),
The opening (7) of the upper edge (4a) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The opening (7) of the lower edge (4b) is formed in the curved portion (5),
The interlayer portion (8) is composed of the curved portion (5) and the connecting portion (6),
The multi-layer towel (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that it is composed of four interlayer sections (8) into which the user's fingers are inserted and eight openings (7) that prevent the accumulation of loose fibers from the interlayer sections (5).