What name is given to the sash traditionally worn with a kimono?
"contemporary women's ""obi"" is a very conspicuous accessory, sometimes even more so than the ""kimono"" robe itself. A fine formal ""obi"" might cost more than the rest of the entire outfit. ""Obi"" are categorised by their design, formality, material, and use. Informal ""obi"" are narrower and shorter. In its early days, an obi was a cord or a ribbon-like sash, approximately in width. Men's and women's obi were similar. At the beginning of the 17th century, both women and men wore a ribbon obi. By the 1680s, the width of women's obi had already doubled from its original size. In"
"Inrō An (plural the same) is a traditional Japanese case for holding small objects, suspended from the obi (sash) worn around the waist. They are often highly decorated, in a variety of materials and techniques, in particular often using lacquer. Because traditional Japanese robes lacked pockets, objects were often carried by hanging them from the obi in containers known as ""sagemono"" (a Japanese generic term for a hanging object attached to a sash). Most sagemono were created for specialized contents, such as tobacco, pipes, writing brush and ink, but the type known as inrō was suitable for carrying anything small."
"Kimono The is a traditional Japanese garment. ""Kimono"" was basically derived from the Chinese ""hanfu"" of the Wu region in Jiangnan, China. ""Kimono"" (""ki"": wear + ""mono"": object = ""worn object"", ""object that is worn"") means ""garment"" and has come to denote these full-length, usually robes. The standard English plural is ""kimonos"", but the unmarked Japanese plural ""kimono"" is also used. Kimonos are often worn for important festivals or formal occasions as formal clothing. Kimono have T-shaped, Dambi-straight-lined robes worn so that the hem falls to the ankle, with attached collars and long, wide sleeves. Kimono are wrapped around the"
"ornamental fittings housed in a plain mount, formerly carried by men and women of the samurai class in Japan. It was useful for self-defense indoors where the long ""katana"" and intermediate ""wakizashi"" were inconvenient. Women carried them in their kimono either in a pocket like fold or in the sleeve for self-defense or for suicide by means of slashing the jugular veins and carotid artery in the left side of the neck. is the Japanese term for a scabbard, and specifically refers to the scabbard for a sword or knife. The saya of a koshirae are normally manufactured from very"
"bolt of fabric called a tan. Tan come in standard dimensions, and the entire bolt is used to make one kimono. The finished kimono consists of four main strips of fabric—two panels covering the body and two panels forming the sleeves—with additional smaller strips forming the narrow front panels and collar. Kimono fabrics are frequently hand-made and -decorated. Kimonos are worn with sashes called obi, which hold it in place and keep the front closed. Obi serve this practical function and are aesthetically pleasing. Obi are about 13 feet long and 12 inches wide. There are two types: fukuro-obi, which"
"it is generally less expensive than ""arai hari"" but may be impossible for certain fabrics or dyes. Kimono The is a traditional Japanese garment. ""Kimono"" was basically derived from the Chinese ""hanfu"" of the Wu region in Jiangnan, China. ""Kimono"" (""ki"": wear + ""mono"": object = ""worn object"", ""object that is worn"") means ""garment"" and has come to denote these full-length, usually robes. The standard English plural is ""kimonos"", but the unmarked Japanese plural ""kimono"" is also used. Kimonos are often worn for important festivals or formal occasions as formal clothing. Kimono have T-shaped, Dambi-straight-lined robes worn so that the"
"a traditional outfit that resembles flip-flops by design, with the exception that the base of the shoe is a block of wood, rather than rubber or plastic. These shoes are typically worn with white socks that are usually covered by the gown. The geta is a sandal similar to a zori that is made to be worn in the snow or dirt, featured with wooden columns underneath the shoes. Multiple designers use the kimono as a foundation for their current designs, being influenced by its cultural and aesthetic aspects and including them into their garments. Issey Miyake is most known"
"is generally worn over the kimono and is considered formal wear. Although it was traditionally created to be worn by men of all occupations (craftsmen, farmers, samurai, etc.), it is now socially accepted to be worn by women as well. The Obi is similar to a belt as it wraps around the final layer of the traditional robe to help in keeping all of the layers together for a long period of time. It is often bright, extremely thick, and bow-shaped, and it serves as the final touch to the costume. A zori is a type of sandal worn with"
"worldwide like the kimono. A happi (or happy coat) is a straight sleeved coat that is typically imprinted with the family crest, and was a common coat for firefighters to wear. Japan also has very distinct footwear. Tabi, an ankle high sock, is often worn with the kimono. Tabi are designed to be worn with geta, a type of thonged footwear. Geta are sandals mounted on wooden blocks held to the foot by a piece of fabric that slides between the toes. Geta are worn both by men and women with the kimono or yukata. Through a long culinary past,"
"used to decorate inro made of other materials. Inrō, like the ojime and netsuke they were associated with, evolved over time from strictly utilitarian articles into objects of high art and immense craftsmanship. Inrō An (plural the same) is a traditional Japanese case for holding small objects, suspended from the obi (sash) worn around the waist. They are often highly decorated, in a variety of materials and techniques, in particular often using lacquer. Because traditional Japanese robes lacked pockets, objects were often carried by hanging them from the obi in containers known as ""sagemono"" (a Japanese generic term for a"
"tied up beneath the obi with a wide cloth ribbon called ""shigoki obi"". Contemporary kimono are made similarly over-long, but the hems are not allowed to trail; the excess cloth is tied up to hips, forming a fold called ""ohashori"". Shigoki obi are still used, but only in decorative purposes. The most formal of obi are about to become obsolete. The heavy and long ""maru obi"" is nowadays used only by maiko and brides as a part of their wedding outfit. The lighter ""fukuro obi"" has taken the place of maru obi. The originally everyday ""Nagoya obi"" is the most"
"little since the introduction of Buddhism to Japan in the 7th century. Footwear traditionally consisted of ""tabi"" socks and ""geta"" (wooden clogs), or ""waraji"" (straw sandals). Warrior monks would often fold and tie the white headcowl to cover more of their head, or would substitute a ""hachimaki"" headband. Finally, many warrior monks would wear some form of samurai armor. The ""sōhei"" employed a variety of weapons. The ""obi"", or belt, of the kimono would often be supplemented with a heavier sash, so a sword could be slung from it. The long ""tachi"" was probably the most common sword, though many"
"Netsuke Traditional Japanese garments—robes called ""kosode"" and ""kimono""—had no pockets; however, men who wore them needed a place to store their personal belongings, such as pipes, tobacco, money, seals, or medicines. Their solution was to place such objects in containers (called ""sagemono"") hung by cords from the robes' sashes (""obi""). The containers may have been pouches or small woven baskets, but the most popular were beautifully crafted boxes (""inrō""), which were held shut by ""ojime"", which were sliding beads on cords. Whatever the form of the container, the fastener that secured the cord at the top of the sash was"
"When Western clothes are worn, the wearer must find other places to keep these objects. The sleeves of the kimono also function as pockets, and used ""kaishi"" are folded and placed into them. On formal occasions the host—male or female—always wears a kimono. Proper attire for guests is kimono or western formal wear. Most practitioners own at least one kimono suitable for wearing when hosting or participating in tea ceremonies. For both men and women, the attire worn at a tea gathering—whether traditional kimono or other clothing—is usually subdued and conservative, so as not to be distracting. Men may wear"
"clients and in the complex traditions surrounding selecting and wearing kimono, a floor length silk robe embroidered with intricate designs which is held together by a sash at the waist which is called an obi. In modern Japan, geisha and their apprentices are now a rare sight outside ""hanamachi"" or . In the 1920s, there were over 80,000 geisha in Japan, but today, there are far fewer. Most common sightings are of tourists who pay a fee to be dressed up as a maiko. A sluggish economy, declining interest in the traditional arts, the exclusive nature of the flower and"
"Shichi-go-san, which is a celebration for children. Kimonos are matched with seasons. Awase (lined) kimonos, made of silk, wool, or synthetic fabrics, are worn during the cooler months. During these months, kimonos with more rustic colors and patterns (like russet leaves), and kimonos with darker colors and multiple layers, are favored. Light, cotton yukata are worn by men and women during the spring and summer months. In the warmer weather months, vibrant colors and floral designs (like cherry blossoms) are common. Up until the fifteenth century kimonos were made of hemp or linen, and they were made with multiple layers"
"in more casual kimono. More casual kimono may be made in slightly brighter colors, such as lighter purples, greens and blues. Sumo wrestlers have occasionally been known to wear quite bright colors such as fuchsia. The most formal style of kimono is plain black silk with five ""kamon"" on the chest, shoulders and back. Slightly less formal is the three-""kamon"" kimono. In modern-day Japan the meanings of the layering of kimono and hiyoku are usually forgotten. Only maiko and geisha now use this layering technique for dances and subtle erotic suggestion, usually emphasising the back of the neck. Modern Japanese"
"than the kimono she is wearing to give a certain exotic balance. Maiko of Kyoto wear the obi tied in a style called ""darari"" (dangling obi), while Tokyo ""hangyoku"" wear it tied in various ways, including taiko musubi. Older geisha of Kyoto wear more subdued patterns and styles (most notably the obi tied in a simpler knot used by married women known as the ""taiko musubi"" (), or ""drum knot""). Tokyo and Kanazawa geisha wear , taiko musubi and . The colour, pattern, and style of ""kimono"" is dependent on the season and the event the geisha is attending. A"
"Kumihimo ""Kumihimo"" cord was first created by a form of finger-loop braiding. Later tools such as the ""marudai"" and the ""takadai"" were employed to make more complex braids in shorter time. The most prominent historical use of the cords was by samurai as both a functional and decorative way to lace their lamellar armour and their horses' armor (barding). ""Kumihimo"" cords are now used as ties on ""haori"" jackets and ""obijime"", which are used for tying on an ""obi"" (""kimono"" sash). A modern ""kumihimo"" disc made of firm but flexible foam plastic with notches can also be used as a"
"rikishi may be given many of these ""keshō-mawashi"". ""Yokozuna"" have matching sets of three ""keshō-mawashi"", with two being worn by his wrestler ""assistants"" (his ""tachimochi"" and ""tsuyuharai"") during his ring entrance ceremony. In the Edo period the ""keshō-mawashi"" also served as the wrestler's fighting ""mawashi"". However, as the aprons become more ornate, eventually the two functions were split apart. In this period wrestlers were normally sponsored by feudal ""daimyō"" or overlords, whose clan crest would therefore appear on the ""keshō-mawashi"". Mawashi In sumo, a is the belt (loincloth) that the ""rikishi"" (or sumo wrestler) wears during training or in competition."
"translates as ""thing to wear"", and up until the 19th century it was the main form of dress worn by men and women alike in Japan. Traditionally, the art of assembling the kimono was passed on from mother to daughter. Today this art is also taught in schools, and the technique is the same. First, one puts on the tabi, which are white cotton socks. Then the undergarments are put on followed by a top and a wraparound skirt. Next, the nagajuban (under-kimono) is put on, which is then tied by a datemaki belt. Finally, the kimono is put on,"
"of materials. Today, authentic kimonos are made of silk, silk brocade, silk crepes (such as chirimen) and satin weaves (such as rinzu). Modern kimonos that are made with less-expensive easy-care fabrics such as rayon, cotton sateen, cotton, polyester and other synthetic fibers, are more widely worn today in Japan. However, silk is still considered the ideal fabric for kimonos. Kimonos are typically 39-43 inches long with eight 14-15 inch-wide pieces. These pieces are sewn together to create the basic T-shape. Kimonos are traditionally sewn by hand. However, even machine-made kimonos require substantial hand-stitching. Kimonos are traditionally made from a single"
"ceremonies, and other very special or very formal occasions. Professional sumo wrestlers are often seen in the kimono because they are required to wear traditional Japanese dress whenever appearing in public. Chinese fashion had a huge influence on Japan from the Kofun period to the early Heian period as a result of mass immigration from the continent and a Japanese envoy to the Tang Dynasty. During Japan's Heian period (794–1192 AD), the kimono became increasingly stylized, though one still wore a half-apron, called a ""mo"", over it. During the Muromachi age (1392–1573 AD), the ""Kosode"", a single kimono formerly considered"
"colors being a named pattern. Today, the kimono is normally worn with a single layer on top of one or more undergarments. The pattern of the kimono can determine in which season it should be worn. For example, a pattern with butterflies or cherry blossoms would be worn in spring. Watery designs are common during the summer. A popular autumn motif is the russet leaf of the Japanese maple; for winter, designs may include bamboo, pine trees and plum blossoms. A popular form of textile art in Japan is shibori (intricate tie dye), found on some of the more expensive"
"Sashimono Sashimono (指物, 差物, 挿物) were small banners historically worn by soldiers in feudal Japan, for identification during battles. Sashimono poles were attached to the backs of the chest armor (""dō"") by . Sashimono were worn both by foot soldiers - including common soldiers, known as ""ashigaru"", as well as the elite samurai - and in special holders on the horses of some cavalry soldiers. The banners, resembling small flags and bearing clan symbols, were most prominent during the ""Sengoku period""—a long period of civil war in Japan from the middle 15th to early 17th century. Given the great variety"
"nor does it ride high on the head like a samurai's traveling hat. It is simply a big hat that covers the upper half to two thirds of the face, thereby helping to mask the identity of the monk and allowing him to travel undistracted by sights around him on his journey. The samurai class in feudal Japan, as well as their retainers and footsoldiers (ashigaru), used several types of ""jingasa"" made from iron, copper, wood, paper, bamboo, or leather. ""Kasa"" shares its etymology with the Japanese word for ""umbrella"" (which is also pronounced ""kasa"", but written 傘). Also known"
"the season when the ""ro"" is not in use, the frame is removed and the ""ro"" is covered with one of the ""tatami"" mats that form the surface of the floor, and is not visible. A portable ""ro"" that is set on the floor and is used in circumstances when the room does not have a ""ro"" that can be used. A choshi or kannabe is a kettle resembling a teapot used for warming and serving sake. They are made of iron, tin or pottery. ""Kakemono"" (掛物) literally means ""hanging"", referring to a painting or calligraphic work mounted on paper"
"was kept straight and long, and adopted coiffured ""nihongami"" hairstyles. Kanzashi came into wide use during the Edo period when artisans began to produce more finely crafted products. Some believe they may also have been used for defence in an emergency. Nowadays, kanzashi are most often worn by brides and professional kimono wearers such as geisha, tayu and yujo or adepts in Japanese tea ceremony and ikebana. However, there is currently a revival among young Japanese women who wish to add an elegant touch to their business suit. Kanzashi are fabricated from a wide range of materials such as lacquered"
"past, a kimono would often be entirely taken apart for washing, and then re-sewn for wearing. This traditional washing method is called ""arai hari"". Because the stitches must be taken out for washing, traditional kimono need to be hand sewn. ""Arai hari"" is very expensive and difficult and is one of the causes of the declining popularity of kimono. Modern fabrics and cleaning methods have been developed that eliminate this need, although the traditional washing of kimono is still practiced, especially for high-end garments. New, custom-made kimono are generally delivered to a customer with long, loose basting stitches placed around"
"the kimono when he is entertaining guests in his home. For a more formal event a Japanese man might wear the haori and hakama, a half coat and divided skirt. The hakama is tied at the waist, over the kimono and ends near the ankle. Hakama were initially intended for men only, but today it is acceptable for women to wear them as well. Hakama can be worn with types of kimono, excluding the summer version, yukata. The lighter and simpler casual-wear version of kimono often worn in Japanese summer festival is called yukata. Formal kimonos are typically worn in"
"to a foot (30 cm). ""Hachi"" means eight, which in this case represents a measure of eight-tenths of a ""shaku"". True ""shakuhachi"" are made of bamboo and can be very expensive. Komusō wore a ""tengai"" or ""tengui"" (天蓋), a woven straw hat or ""kasa"" which completely covered their head like an overturned basket or a kind of woven beehive. The idea was that by wearing such a hat they removed their ego. What the hat also did was remove their identity from prying eyes. Further, the government granted the komusō the rare privilege to freely travel the country without hindrance—playing"
"with a brightly colored obi. During wedding ceremonies, the bride and groom will often go through many costume changes. Shiromuku or uchikake are worn by brides, which are heavily embroidered white kimonos. Grooms wear black kimonos made from habutae silk. For funerals, men and women wear plain black kimonos. (It is acceptable to wear black suits for weddings and funerals.) The ""coming of age"" ceremony, Seijin no Hi, is another occasion where kimonos are worn. At these annual celebrations, women wear elaborately colored kimonos, often with boas. Other occasions where kimonos are worn today include New Year, graduation ceremonies, and"
"as ""okobo"" and wear only ""tabi"" (white split-toed socks) indoors. Geisha and apprentices wear the flat-soled sandal ""zōri"" outdoors during inclement weather. The hairstyles of geisha have varied through history. In the past, it has been common for women to wear their hair down in some periods and up in others. During the 17th century, women began putting all their hair up again, and it is during this time that the traditional shimada hairstyle, a type of chignon worn by most established geisha, developed. There are two major types of the shimada seen in the karyukai: the ""Taka Shimada"", a"