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Obi (crane, pine, plum)

Vintage Japanese Obi Wall Hanging / Table Runner – Plum Blossom, Crane & Scroll Motifs | Full Pattern Kimono Textile Art

A refined vintage textile reimagined as art for your space. This wall hanging is made from a vintage fukuro obi—a traditional sash worn with formal kimono. The design features plum blossoms, cranes, and scrolls, all woven across the entire length in a zentsuu-gara (full-pattern) style. The plum blossom is one of the earliest flowers to bloom in spring, often associated with the Japanese value of enduring hardship. In the language of flowers, it represents "loyalty." The textile’s warm tones are subdued, offering gentle elegance. It pairs naturally with interiors that seek quiet sophistication or a Japanese modern aesthetic.

✦ Design Details
・Zentsuu-gara – pattern running across the entire length of the obi

✦ Provenance
・Heian Shrine Flea Market, Kyoto
・Vintage fukuro obi (kimono sash)

✦ Dimensions & Weight
・Approx. 390 × 32 cm (153.5 × 12.6 in)
・Weight: Approx. 1 kg (2.2 lbs)

✦ Material
・Silk blend with woven detailing

✦ Recommended Use
・Wall hanging
・Table runner
・Decorative textile panel

Obi (crane, pine, imperial carriage)

Vintage Japanese Obi Wall Hanging / Table Runner – Gosho Guruma, Crane & Plum Blossom Motifs | Full Pattern Kimono Textile Art

A luxurious glimpse into Japan’s imperial elegance—woven into a single textile. This vintage Japanese fukuro obi features a continuous brocade design (全通柄 zentsuu-gara) adorned with auspicious motifs: the gosho-guruma (imperial ox-drawn cart), symbolizing wealth and grace; cranes, representing longevity; and plum blossoms, a sign of renewal and perseverance. Traditionally worn with formal kimono, this obi is now reimagined as a wall tapestry or statement table runner—blending centuries of tradition with modern interior decor. The shimmering fabric, intricate patterns, and rich symbolism create a striking piece that embodies both artistry and auspiciousness.

✦ Design Details
・Zentsuu-gara – pattern running across the entire length of the obi

✦ Provenance
・Kyoto – Heian Shrine Flea Market
・Traditional Japanese fukuro obi

✦ Motif Meanings
・Gosho-guruma: Heian-era royal cart, symbol of prosperity and elegance
・Crane: Longevity and good fortune
・Plum blossom: Renewal, perseverance, and hope in adversity

✦ Dimensions & Weight
・Approx. 337 × 32 cm (132.7 × 12.6 in)
・Weight: Approx. 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)

✦ Material
・Silk blend brocade (metallic threads may be included)
・Gold, ivory, and red tones with woven detailing

✦ Recommended Use
・Wall hanging
・Table runner
・Textile panel for alcove or gallery
・Cultural or seasonal interior accents

Apron (Kikumasamune)

Vintage Indigo Apron Wall Art – Kikumasamune Sake Logo | Japanese Textile Decor | Aizome Workwear

A bold emblem of Japan’s sake heritage, reimagined as a striking piece of textile art. This vintage Japanese indigo-dyed apron (maekake) bears the logo of Kikumasamune, one of Japan’s most iconic and long-established sake breweries. Traditionally worn by sake brewers and shopkeepers, maekake were made from thick cotton for durability and dyed using the traditional aizome (indigo dye) technique. The raw edge at the hem symbolizes prosperity in business, a wish embedded in the fabric itself. Whether displayed as wall art or folded elegantly on a shelf, this maekake adds an authentic accent to minimalist, natural, or Japandi-style interiors. It’s a celebration of craftsmanship, utility, and understated strength.

✦ Provenance
・Heian Shrine Flea Market, Kyoto
・Original logo: Kikumasamune Sake Brewery (founded in 1659)

✦ Dimensions & Weight
・Apron body: approx. 49 × 47 cm (19.3 × 18.5 in)
・Ties: approx. 226 × 3 cm (89 × 1.2 in)
・Weight: approx. 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)

✦ Material & Dye
・Thick cotton, indigo-dyed (aizome)

About " MUSUBI "

" Japanese traditional crafts are beautiful. "
They embody elegance, refinement, and artisanal techniques.

Born from Japan’s unique way of life and its rich natural environment,these traditions carry with them history,
heritage, and the spirit of those who came before us.
Passed down through generations,they remind us that true beauty lies in the union of skill and story.

At MUSUBI, our wish is simple:
to preserve the beauty of Japanese culture.

I seek to weave connections between people, objects,
and time—creating bonds that transcend both era and place.

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I, Hide, travel across Japan to discover and collect traditional crafts.

By visiting each region—seeing with my own eyes and speaking with the people who live there—I begin to understand their history and the stories they carry.
The more I learn, the more I realize: within every craft lies intention, memory, and a sense of beauty.MUSUBI is a collection of the pieces that moved me most deeply.