Vtg Japanese Obijime Kimono Belt Accessory This is a Japanese vintage obijime. A combination of light pink and beige with simple gold accents, this wide and flat (hiragumi) style traditionally braided kumihimo cord is flexible and easy to tie. It is unique because it is made of two separate pieces connecting in the middle to form a decorative knot. An obijime is a braided cord that wraps around the outside of the obi sash to keep it in shape. Because there are limitless colors, materials, and styles, they are often used as a decorative accent for kimonos in addition to their main function. Obijime is only used for women's kimonos, not men's kimonos. Pink, beige, gold Silk C1970 Item Weight: 38 grams Packed Weight: 200 grams Approx. 156 cm long x 1.2 cm wide Good condition, considering age. Some discoloration. Needs a good wash. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully and bid with confidence.This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping. About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Vtg Japanese Obijime Kimono Belt Accessory
This is a Japanese vintage
obijime
. A combination of light pink and beige with simple gold accents, this wide and flat (hiragumi) style traditionally braided kumihimo cord is flexible and easy to tie. It is unique because it is made of two separate pieces connecting in the middle to form a decorative knot.
An obijime is a braided cord that wraps around the outside of the obi sash to keep it in shape. Because there are limitless colors, materials, and styles, they are often uséd as a decorative accent for kimonos in addition to their main function. Obijime is only uséd for women's kimonos, not men's kimonos.
Pink, beige, gold
Silk
C1970
Item Weight: 38 grams
Packed Weight: 200 grams
Approx. 156 cm long x 1.2 cm wide
Good condition, considering age. Some discoloration. Needs a good wash. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully and bid with confidence.
This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
Shipping
: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping.
About Us:
We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions, please contact us.
