This japanese towel is dyed using traditional hand dyeing techniques unique to Japan called "Chusen".The back side is the same design.The back side is not white.You can use it without worrying about the front and back.
»About "Chusen"

≪ Design ≫

"Arabesque" ("Karakusa")
A pattern mimicking the design of vines or creepers stretching out.
Originating from ancient Egypt or Mesopotamia.
Said to be introduced to Japan via the Silk Road during the Kofun Period.
A vine that is continually climbing.
This pattern represents infinite possibilities.

≪ Color ≫

Brown Dusk (Kenpo-iro / Naotsuna Color)
Between 1603 and 1691 Yoshioka Naotsuna is said to have made this deep brown color popular.
Used far and wide as a dark color for everyday clothes.
Known in English as Brown Dusk.