"Obi"

 

The obi is an essential part of wearing a kimono.

There are many rules regarding obi, such as the type, rank, and kimono that can be paired with them.

I would like to write about the types of obi.

For those of you who are new to kimono, you may be wondering what I am talking about.

It is said that "one kimono is worth three obi belts" and "a kimono is worth 1,000 ryo and an obi belt is worth 10,000 ryo."

The obi plays a very important role in a kimono.

The obi is sometimes called the second face of a kimono, and is a focal point.

To match properly and wear it correctly and stylishly, you need to pay attention not only to the type but also to the weave and pattern.

Nowadays, there are three main types of obi that are used.

[Fukuro Obi] For formal wear

[Nagoya Obi] For going out

[Half-width obi] For everyday wear and yukata

From next time, I will write about the characteristics of each. There are many ways to tie them.

Well, see you next time.