This is a Fukuro obi with a botan(peony) and 'kiku'(chrysanthemum) pattern which is woven on the base that is woven like Kushi-ori(comb weaving) technique.
A lot of gold foil thread is woven and shining on the base and the pattern.
Blue and green thread is woven partly on the pattern as an accent.
The textile is exquisite silk and has soft touch.

It has a whitish stain on the 'maegara'(the front design), which is noticeable.
It won't be seen if you start wrapping the obi from your right tummy to the left (Rotate obi counterclockwise).
There are slight folding lines.
For details, please check the figure and photos.

Enjoy its glamorous design adding extra elegance to your kimono fashion!

photo:matsumi
description:Tanaka

*Approx background color - gold