Accession Number2005/1.365
TitleBrocade obijime (obi cord) with a tassel
Artist(s)DômyôObject Creation Date1960s-1980sMedium & Supportbraided silk cord with silver metallic threadsDimensions 20 in x 1 in x 3/16 in (50.8 cm x 2.54 cm x 0.48 cm)
Credit LineGift of Howard and Patricia YamaguchiSubject matterKumihimo is the name for a type of Japanese braiding. The word kumihimo means a gathering of thread.
Obijime are cords tied on the outside of the obi. Since they are visible, they come in a variety of colors and styles. Obijime would be chosen to match the kimono.
Physical DescriptionKumihimo (braided) silk brocade with silver metallic threads.
Primary Object Classification Costume and Costume Accessories Primary Object Typeobi cordAdditional Object Classification(s)TextileCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
cord (fiber product)
kimonos
obis