This is a fukuro obi (formal obi) from the Hakuyaseihei brand of Kageyama Orimono, a long-established Nishijin textile manufacturer. Hakuyaseihei's fukuro obi feature classic patterns with a subdued elegance, making them suitable for wear in any setting. I have several in my collection. Even when gold thread is used, the luster is restrained and not overly flashy, making it a popular brand among tea ceremony practitioners. They are also lightweight and easy to tie, allowing for use in three seasons. This obi features a black-gray and gold base with kiribame (cut-and-paste) design. Within the kiribame lines, classic meibutsu-gire (famous textile fragments) patterns are woven in pale pastel colors. Traditional animal motifs such as Arisugawa patterns, birds and beasts under trees, lions, shippo (seven treasures) variations, and karakusa (arabesque) are scattered throughout. This fukuro obi from Hakuyaseihei uses a generous amount of gold thread, giving it a luxurious impression. **Important Notes:** This item is unsewn. There are signs of wear from the first owner who wore it without sewing, so it is not unused even though it is unsewn. The obi itself is stiff, so it can be worn as is, but if you are concerned, please arrange for sewing yourself. You can find services online, and the sewing cost starts from around ¥6000. I do not offer sewing services. Please understand this before purchasing. **Size and Material:** Rokuto fukuro obi, silk Length: 454cm Width: 31cm Weight: 617g **Condition:** Unsewn. There is a very faint tying mark on the te-saki (end of the obi). There are no stains, spots, or major thread snags. **Set Contents:** Fukuro obi + obi-jime (obi cord) set. The obi-jime is reddish-brown with a dark brown lame flat braid on the reverse side. This is not unused, but it is in good condition. *The kimono and obiage (obi scarf) placed underneath are for reference only. Suitable for formal and semi-formal occasions such as visiting kimonos, plain-colored kimonos, and tsukesage kimonos. Perfect for Shichi-Go-San (Children's Day), weddings, graduation ceremonies, entrance ceremonies, parties, and tea ceremonies. I have other items for sale, please take a look. 14800