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Obi


alternative words: Kimono belt, Japanese kimono belt, Belt
keywords: art , craft
related topics: Kimono
related web sites: http://www.omn.ne.jp/~kn38/
explanation: Curiously, "obi" is a kimono's component who developed lately. Initially people wore kimono with a narrow string, revolved once and attached before. The modern "obi" appeared during Muromachi period with "kosode" (small sleeve), i.e. the actual form of kimono. During Edo period, obi has become a decorative element for women, revolved several times with a huge not behind, while men's obi evolved little. Nowadays, the most of obi is made at Nishijin in Kyoto.


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