Mitsukoshi, Superb Condition, Living National Treasure, Heiro Kitagawa, Masterpiece, Yusoku Karaori, Nagoya Obi, Exquisite Item, Supreme Quality, Kimono, Pure Silk, 376cm, White, Off-White, Purple, Green Nagoya Obi here: #pochiiiii名古屋帯 Supreme Quality Items here: #pochiiiii極上の逸品 [Birth Year/Recognition Year/Age at Death] Born July 15, 1898 Designated as a holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property "Ra" in 1956 Designated as a holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property "Yusoku Weaving" in 1960 Died November 28, 1988, at the age of 90 [Career] 1898: Born as the eldest son of Heihachi Kitagawa, the 16th generation of the Nishijin textile house, Tawaraya, in Kyoto. 1921: Graduated from the Japanese Painting Department of Kyoto Municipal Painting School. 1928: Produced decorative textiles for the enthronement ceremony of the Emperor. 1929: Produced sacred treasure textiles for the 58th Ise Jingu Shikinen Sengu (rebuilding of the Ise Grand Shrine). 1931: Produced throne and other decorative textiles for the new construction of the House of Peers and House of Representatives. 1953: Produced sacred treasure textiles for the 59th Ise Jingu Shikinen Sengu. 1956: Designated as a holder of the technique of Important Intangible Cultural Property "Ra". 1960: Designated as a holder of the technique of Important Intangible Cultural Property "Yusoku Weaving". 1967: Received the Cultural Merit Award at the 500th anniversary ceremony of Nishijin textiles by the Nishijin Textile Industry Association. Received the Purple Ribbon Medal. 1968: Received the Kiwanis Cultural Award. 1970: Awarded as a Kyoto City Cultural Contributor. 1973: Produced sacred treasure textiles for the 60th Ise Jingu Shikinen Sengu. Received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette. 1988: Died November 28, at the age of 90. Not all conditions can be conveyed through photos and text, so I may not show minor scratches or damage that I don't consider significant. Please understand that there may be small stains and odors that occur from long-term storage. There are limitations to the photos. The condition is an overall assessment. If you are concerned about the odor, please air it out in a well-ventilated area or have it cleaned. ★When shipping, it will be folded small and tightly. If you are looking for perfection or are very particular, please purchase from a kimono shop in person, not online. You can purchase it much cheaper than at a kimono shop, so please be understanding of the color and condition. Finally. Please be sure to read the profile before purchasing or asking questions. I may overlook something, so if there is anything, please contact me before leaving a rating. Thank you.