Purchased at a long-established kimono shop in Nipponbashi, Osaka. This obi cost several hundred thousand yen, so I think it's a great deal. This is a work by Katsuhiko Nitta of Nitta Kobo in Yamagata Prefecture. It is a meticulously crafted obi using plant dyeing and wax-resist dyeing. You can feel the modern feel created by the natural dyes of plants, as well as the unique atmosphere characteristic of wax-resist dyeing, and the color scheme is captivating. This is a full-length obi. [Obi Length] Approximately 435cm [Obi Width] Approximately 30.4cm [Obi Construction] Finished ~What is Wax-Resist Dyeing~ This is a technique that utilizes the property of wax-impregnated areas remaining white. Patterns are drawn on the fabric with wax, and dye enters the cracks in the wax, resulting in a unique finish. The photos posted have been color-adjusted to minimize differences from the actual appearance. Please feel free to comment if you have any questions or would like to discuss the price (^^)