Established during the Bunsei era. "Someori Kogei Murata (formerly Ginza Murata)" became a general kimono specialty store, in addition to being a specialty store for Yuki-tsumugi, from the time of the fifth generation Yoshishige (1901-1975). It continued to operate with government permission without closing or changing business during the war. Currently, it has been integrated with the Murata Dyeing and Weaving Gallery in Shibuya since April 2023 and continues to operate. We have inherited the creed of kimono creation, "Respect for Individuality and One-of-a-Kind Production," which was established by the previous generation, and we are striving daily to create kimonos that are suitable for the modern era. In addition, we would like to introduce the beautiful and rare dyed and woven products of traditional handcrafts that have been passed down in various production areas in Japan, so that they can be conveyed to future generations. The above is an introduction to the Murata Kimono store. This is a fukuro obi (formal obi) with a calm, subdued color scheme, reminiscent of the Shosoin pattern. From the careful weaving pattern, I believe the craftsmanship is reflected. The shop owner introduced it as a valuable work because there will be no more artisans with such skills in the future. I think you will be able to fully appreciate the beauty of traditional Japanese crafts more in person than in the photos. Although it is a new, unused item, we appreciate your understanding of home storage by a non-professional. Length: Approximately 445 cm, Width: 30 cm Purchased for approximately 600,000 yen. *Price negotiations welcome. #GinzaMurata #FukuroObi #TraditionalCrafts #ArtWork