Gorgeous silk and silver woven Obi (Japanese belt for kimono)
Japan has a long history of silk craftsmanship,
where fabric was never merely practical,
but a symbol of culture, wealth, and refinement.
The obi — a belt for kimono — carries this legacy.
Across cultures, East and West alike,
garments have long been secured with belts.
In Japan, this functional form evolved into something more —
a canvas for artistry.
Woven with silk, silver, and metallic threads,
the obi became a kind of wearable jewelry,
expressing beauty, status, and imagination through pattern and light.
At New Mingei, we hope kimono will continue to be worn.
But we also welcome new ways of loving these textiles.
As an art object, this obi may be enjoyed beyond clothing —
as a table decoration, wall hanging, or textile artwork,
allowing its beauty to live on in contemporary spaces.
Each item is authenticated and curated by New Mingei’s curator based on material inspection and historical reference research.
If you have any concerns about authenticity, please contact us within 30 days of delivery.
If an authenticity issue is confirmed, we will offer a full refund, provided the item is returned in its original condition.
We pack every item with great care for international shipping. Our standard is triple-layer protection(wrapping + inner box + outer box) with extra cushioning for fragile edges.
We will ship within 3 to 5 days, with extra care and packaging.
We ship via EMS with tracking, which includes shipping insurance(coverage may vary by destination and declared value).
If your parcel arrives damaged or missing, please contact us within 48 hours with photos of the package and item.