Product Number: no455
Product Name: Double-Sided Obi Sacoche
Pattern: Kanoko Shibori / Flowing Chrysanthemum Design

The flowing chrysanthemum pattern refers to a design featuring chrysanthemums floating on flowing water. The "Kikusui Mon" (Chrysanthemum Water Pattern) is traditionally associated with a Chinese legend that drinking water from a chrysanthemum spring extends life, and has been regarded as a symbol of longevity and good fortune since ancient times.

Fabric Colors: Gold Brown, White, Blue (Dark Greenish Blue), True Vermilion
Shoulder Strap Color: Beige
Metal Finish Color: Gold
Fabric Type: Obi (Kimono Belt)
Fabric Thickness: Medium
Fabric Stiffness: Medium
Shoulder Strap Material: Nylon
Size:
- Height: 16 cm
- Top Width: 23 cm
- Depth: 5 cm
- Shoulder Strap Width: 1 cm
- Maximum Length: 104 cm
- Minimum Length: 57 cm
Weight: Approximately 150 g
Country of Origin: Japan (Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Introducing a sacoche made from upcycled obi, blending tradition and modernity to create an attractive style. It highlights the beauty of the obi while incorporating functionality suitable for contemporary daily use. Its simple yet elegant design adds a special touch to everyday outfits.

Features:
• Double-Sided Obi Use: Luxuriously uses obi on both sides, showcasing traditional Japanese beauty. Both sides are equally attractive.
• Adjustable Shoulder Strap: Easily adjustable length allows for shoulder or crossbody wear.
• Zipper Closure: Equipped with a zipper to securely protect contents, ensuring safe transportation of valuables.
• Inner Pocket: Features an inner pocket for organizing small items such as smartphones, keys, and cards.
• 5 cm Depth: Despite a slim silhouette, the 5 cm depth provides ample storage capacity. Its horizontally elongated size is convenient for daily use.
• Upcycled Item: Environmentally conscious, made from upcycled obi, a sustainable product. It combines tradition and eco-friendliness, making it a special item.

This sacoche, which fuses the charm of Japanese aesthetics with modern convenience, adds a touch of elegance to your everyday coordination. It is perfect as a gift or a self-reward.

About the Fabric:
The fabric is made from vibrant kimono and obi materials used on celebratory days in the Showa era. Some of these are rare textiles and weaves that are no longer in production. The patterns include auspicious floral motifs, birds, gold thread embroidery, and Nishijin weaving, collected from across Japan. Due to the high-quality raw materials, this product is only possible as a remade, used, and upcycled item.

About the Sewing:
Manufactured in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan’s largest bag production area. Crafted by skilled bag artisans at companies that sell materials for bags and have their own YKK zippers. Pattern placement, orientation, and the front/back of the obi cords are decided in Tokyo. The fabric is then cut using molds created at a dedicated factory, and sewn by experienced craftsmen.
Since kimono and obi fabrics vary in embroidery, weave, thickness, and texture, they require meticulous work and are considered difficult even for skilled artisans.
In Toyooka, the tradition of basketry using willow, originating from the "Yanagi" craft mentioned in the Kojiki, has been passed down for over a thousand years. Under strict quality control developed through this long-standing tradition, the products are carefully made.

Notes for Purchase:
Fabric: The kimono, obi, and obi cords used are previously worn or stored items. As a result, there may be creases, small stains, dirt, scratches, or deterioration. While efforts are made to exclude these, some may remain. Please understand that this product is a recycled, upcycled item from older or used materials.

Color:
While every effort is made to display accurate colors, slight differences may occur due to monitor settings on your computer or mobile device. Please understand that the actual product may vary slightly in hue.

Size:
Although cut uniformly with molds and sewn by skilled artisans, the thickness and embroidery of each kimono and obi vary, which can cause slight size discrepancies, especially with thicker or heavily embroidered items. Please understand this in advance.

Handling Instructions:
Since the kimono, obi, and cords are likely made of silk, but due to their used condition, this cannot be guaranteed (and the Consumer Affairs Agency states that there is no obligation to include such details on the product). Please wash with a silk-specific detergent or consult a professional kimono cleaner.
Be cautious of color bleeding or transfer caused by water, sweat, friction, or rain.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight can cause discoloration or hardening; avoid direct sunlight.
Store in a well-ventilated, dark place, away from high humidity and other items.
Be careful to prevent snagging or friction from nails or protrusions.
The magnetic clasp may affect medical devices such as watches, IC cards, or pacemakers; please use with caution.

After Purchase:
Except in cases of product defects, returns and exchanges are generally not accepted.
Returns or exchanges due to defects are limited to items received within 7 days and unused.