Tokyo cowl is designed to have texture, like the doors of Japanese pagodas, so it is recommended not to give excessive blocking , bacause the texture of the braids would be lost, it is a cowl to introduce yourself in the brioche stitch and cables technique

YARN AND NEEDLES.
1 main color skein & 1 contrast color skein of malabrigo rios yarn ( 200 meters each) or similar yarn.
4,5-5 mm circular needles and cables auxiliar needle
cowl measures 120 cm

there are writen directions and also chart directions in this pattern.

Happy knitting!!!