No prior confirmation is needed. Please purchase directly. This is a used item, and while there are no stains, there is some loose thread. This does not affect usability. There is no unpleasant odor. The obi (sash) wraps around the body and fastens with Velcro. Both the hook and loop sides of the Velcro are 10 cm wide, allowing for adjustment. The main body is 47 cm tall and 37 cm wide. The body wrap section is 114 cm long and 19 cm wide. The material is polyester. This item retails for 15,000 yen when new. It will be lightly folded to prevent the otaiko (decorative back) part from collapsing during shipping. #KokenObi (Obi for stage performers) #OdoriYouObi (Obi for dance)