A blue-gray background features a painting of two Chinese children at play. This is a tasteful and elegant obi. The children have lovely faces. "Karako" (Chinese children) is a traditional design depicting children in Chinese hairstyles and clothing at play, symbolizing good fortune, prosperity of descendants, and family prosperity. There are some areas of discoloration on the obi. It's most noticeable on the right side of the otaiko (the part that sits on the back). Please refer to the last two photos. Blue obi are prone to fading and discoloration, but this is a beautiful obi with a lot of character. We hope you will appreciate it as part of its charm. This obi seems soft and easy to tie. The material is likely silk. It will be folded and shipped. Approximate size: Width: 30cm Length: 358cm #Obi #NagoyaObi #Karako