[Product Number] no443
[Product Name] Double-Sided Obi Sacoche
[Pattern] Karahana pattern on black

Karahana is a type of pattern that originated in China. It does not represent a specific flower, but rather refers to all Chinese-style flowers, such as the peony.

[Fabric Colors] Black, Gold, Pink
[Shoulder Strap Color] Black
[Plating Color] Silver
[Fabric Type] Obi (Sash)
[Fabric Thickness] Medium
[Fabric Stiffness] Medium
[Shoulder Strap Material] Nylon
[Size] Height 16cm x Width (top) 23cm x Gusset 5cm / Shoulder strap width 1cm, maximum length 104cm, minimum length 57cm
[Weight] Approximately 150g
[Country of Origin] Made in Japan (Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Introducing a sacoche made from upcycled obi, allowing you to enjoy a charming style that blends tradition and modernity. This item combines the beauty of obi with functionality suitable for contemporary life. Its simple yet elegant design adds a special accent to your everyday wear.

Features:
• Double-Sided Obi Use: Luxuriously uses obi on both sides, creating a design that strongly conveys Japanese traditional beauty. Both sides are attractive.
• Adjustable Shoulder Strap: The strap length can be easily adjusted, allowing for shoulder or cross-body wear.
• Zipper Closure: Features a zipper to securely protect the contents, allowing you to carry valuables with peace of mind.
• Interior Pocket: Equipped with an interior pocket for organizing small items like smartphones, keys, and cards. Practical functions are fully integrated.
• 5cm Gusset: Despite its slim silhouette, the 5cm gusset ensures ample storage capacity. It's a convenient horizontal size for daily use.
• Upcycled Item: An environmentally conscious, sustainable product made from upcycled obi. It's a special item that combines tradition and eco-friendliness.

This sacoche, which fuses Japanese charm with modern convenience, adds a unique elegance to your everyday outfits. It's a perfect item for gifts or as a treat for yourself.

[About the Fabric]
We use gorgeous kimonos and obi that were used for special occasions during the Showa era. Some of these materials and weaves are rare and no longer in production.
The patterns include auspicious floral and bird motifs, gold threads, embroidery, and Nishijin-ori (Nishijin weaving), all made from rare textiles collected from across the country.
Due to the high cost of the raw materials, this is only possible through the remaking of used items.

[About the Sewing]
The sewing is done in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, the largest bag production area in Japan.
It is produced by skilled bag artisans from a company that sells materials necessary for bags and has its own YKK zipper factory.
The placement of patterns, orientation, and the front/back of the obi cord used for the handle are determined in Tokyo. Then, a mold is created at a factory that produces molds for the sewing factory. The fabric is cut using this mold, and then sewn.
Kimono and obi have unique embroidery and weaves, and vary in thickness and texture, making them very labor-intensive and difficult to sew even for experienced artisans.
In Toyooka, the tradition of willow luggage, made from willow crafts mentioned in the "Kojiki" (Records of Ancient Matters), has been passed down.
This product is manufactured under strict quality control, cultivated over a thousand years of tradition that began with that craft.

[Notes for Purchase]
Regarding the fabric: The kimonos, obi, and obi cords used are previously used or were in stock. Therefore, there may be fold creases, small stains, dirt, scratches, or deterioration. While we take care to remove these, some may occasionally remain. Please understand that we are recycling and upcycling items that have passed through time, are from older eras, and are not new.
Regarding color: We take the utmost care to ensure accuracy when posting images, but the colors may differ slightly from the actual product due to the monitor settings of your computer or mobile phone. Please be aware of this in advance.
Regarding size: Although the fabric is cut uniformly with molds and sewn by skilled artisans, kimonos, obi, and obi cords each have different thicknesses. For example, areas with a lot of embroidery or thicker obi may result in slightly smaller finished sizes. Please understand that some size variations may occur.
Regarding handling: While the kimonos, obi, and obi cords used are presumed to be silk, their material is uncertain due to being used items. (The Consumer Affairs Agency states there is no obligation to include this information on the product.) Please wash them with silk detergent at your own risk, or consult a professional dry cleaner specializing in kimonos.
Please be cautious of color fading or transfer due to rain, water, sweat, or friction.
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, as it can cause discoloration or hardening.
Store in a dark, well-ventilated place away from high humidity and direct sunlight, without close contact with other items.
Be careful of snagging or friction from nails or sharp objects.
The magnetic clasp may adversely affect watches, IC cards, and medical devices such as pacemakers. Please be aware of this.

[After Purchase]
We generally do not accept returns or exchanges, except in cases of product defects. In principle, returns or exchanges due to defects are accepted only within 7 days of product arrival and only if the item is unused.