Do you have a favorite obijime?

Recommended for beginners too! What is the extremely easy-to-tie crown braid (Yurugi braid)?

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It is essential when wearing a Nagoya obi or a Fukuro obi.
Even when wearing a half-width obi, obi-jime (sash fasteners) are a popular choice. Do you have a favorite?

In terms of color, this is it.
This manufacturer's products are by far the easiest to tighten.
If you're having trouble, try this first.

Among various criteria that come to mind, this time
I would like to introduce some recommendations that I highly recommend for beginners .

It is a "Yurugigumi" obi-jime.

That's right. We don't recommend "this manufacturer," but rather "this assembly method."

Types of obijime and the position of kanmuri

There are many types of obijime.
Broadly speaking, there are two types: maruguke (a rolled up piece of cloth stuffed with cotton) and kumihimo.

In the braid:

• Standard "flat construction"
• "Marugumi" is a pattern that often goes well with furisode.
• Angular shaped "Kakugumi"

"Kamukuragumi" is a type of square braid.
It is slightly narrow and thick, and is braided in a traditional way that was once used as a crown cord.

Why is Kanmuri-gumi recommended for beginners?

The best thing about it is how easy it is to tighten !
The obi-jime is the finishing touch to dressing a kimono.
Once you use a Kanmurigumi, you will surely understand that this is what a well-tying obijime is!

It's tight and won't loosen,
When you want to untie it, it comes off easily and comfortably.
The comfort of the obi-jime is very important in preventing the obi from coming undone.

Tips for choosing and coordinating colors for crown styles

Available in a wide range of colors, with platinum and silver being perfect for formal wear.
If you choose something without gold or silver thread, we can accommodate a wide range of styles, including formal kimono, tsukesage, plain-colored kimono, komon, and tsumugi.

If you can't decide on a color:

• A color that you'll love at first sight
• The other one is white or a light color. It's a lifesaver for pulling together a cluttered, patterned outfit!

How do you tell the front from the back?

It is difficult to tell the front from the back of the crown,
The side that appears to be split in half is the "front."

The orange obijime on the left has the top side facing out, and the matcha green obijime on the right has the bottom side facing out.

Key points for determining a tight crown set

It's hard to tell online, but...
(This is stated as a feeling in the product description on this website)

If you're at a brick-and-mortar store, try giving it a light squeeze.
Something that feels tight,
If it leaves a small mark when you squeeze it, there's a good chance it tightens well.

This feeling will come naturally as you use it more and more.
Please try out different ones and find your favorite!

Our Crown Collection is here