Noshi

MOTIF

A noshi is a traditional offering to the gods made of paper strips bound together. The very first noshi were made before paper was available from sea shell animals, which were dried and stretched, resulting in long translucent yellow strips. Today, a modern version of this “shinto origami” is still used in shrines. It is composed of folded paper, tied with a red cord and a strip af translucent yellow paper placed in the middle, recalling the original sea shell.

Its origin has been mostly forgotten nowadays, but for many people, a noshi represented in gold and red is the ultimate auspicious pattern. This motif was very popular among the obi makers of Kyoto, specialized in the production of high-quality ceremonial textiles.

On the golden strips we can observe traditional patterns such as turtle scales, and chrysanthemum flowers.

FABRIC

This jaquard woven obi is very stiff and textured. It is designed to be worn for formal ceremonies.

PRICE RANK 1

Bags created with this fabric will follow the minimum price indicated. The fabric will be coated to resist stains and friction.