ペーパータオル

A loanword from English "paper towel." In Japan, ペーパータオル are commonly found in public restrooms, restaurants, and hospitals. They are often dispensed from wall-mounted holders.

The word キッチンペーパー refers specifically to kitchen paper towels (kitchen roll) used for cooking, while ペーパータオル more commonly refers to hand-drying paper towels.

Common collocations

• ペーパータオルで拭(ふ)く: to wipe with a paper towel
• ペーパータオルを補充(ほじゅう)する: to refill paper towels
• ペーパータオルホルダー: paper towel dispenser

Similar words

• キッチンペーパー: kitchen paper towel — used for cooking and food preparation
• ティッシュペーパー: tissue paper — thinner, softer, for the face or nose
• ウェットティッシュ: wet wipe — pre-moistened disposable cloth