Vintage Japanese Obi (SKU: 25M-547-5) -

Vintage Japanese Fukuro Obi For Kimono — Silk, 1950, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-547-5)

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Dimensions: Approx. 165" x 12"
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Vintage Japanese Fukuro Obi For Kimono, Showa Era (SKU 25M-547-5)

Showa-era fukuro obi with elegant fan and floral motifs in warm metallic brocades

This vintage Japanese obi is richly woven in the classic fukuro style, featuring layered ogi (folding fans), chrysanthemums, and stylized florals in soft ivory, persimmon, gold, and black. The intricate brocade work and subtle sheen of the metallic threads capture the refined glamour of mid-Showa formal wear, ideal for pairing with a kimono or for use as a striking interior textile.

Draped over a rail or laid across a table, this obi becomes an instant focal point, its repeating fan cartouches and seasonal flowers evoking traditional Japanese design. Whether you collect vintage Japanese obi or seek a unique wall hanging, runner, or creative sewing material, this piece offers authentic period charm and versatile decorative potential.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (vintage)
  • Material: Silk brocade with metallic threads (likely rayon-blend lining)
  • Use: Formal kimono wear, display textile, table runner, or creative upcycling
  • Features: Fukuro obi construction; fan and floral motifs; warm ivory ground; metallic gold accents; traditional Japanese patterning ideal for vintage Japanese decor
  • Dimensions: Approx. 165" x 12"
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light, age-appropriate wear

A refined Showa-era obi that brings authentic Japanese elegance to both kimono styling and contemporary interiors.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

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Approx. 165" x 12"
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