This is an exotic Shosoin-style obi (sash) featuring a hunting pattern with small, connected circular beads, lions, birds, beasts, and horseback riders. This pattern originated in ancient Persia and was introduced to Japan during the Nara period. The obi has a rough texture with gold thread, but its dark color gives it a calm and sophisticated impression. How about wearing this obi, with its Shosoin pattern, which is said to be the endpoint of the Silk Road, for an autumn museum visit? This is a used item, so there is some wear and tear, such as creases, but it is in good condition without any noticeable stains or dirt. ■Material: Silk ■Obi Width: Approximately 30.5cm ■Total Length: Approximately 439cm It was paired with the separately sold items: "Oshima Tsumugi, Mud-dyed Black with Hinagaki Pattern, Unused with Basting Threads, Height 163, Sleeve Length 65" and "Tsumugi, Visiting Kimono, Beige with Light Brown Horizontal Stripes and a Chic Forest Pattern." #Tsurukame no Kimono