OBI is just one long, thin piece of cloth, but it can be coordinated in many ways
depending on how it is tied.
Now we’ll introduce ‘BUNKO Musubi’, the Bunko knot, which is tied
with a Hanhaba Obi (a half-width Obi).
About MAIMAI Musubi
‘MAIMAI’ means snails in Japanese. But it’s not disgusting! It’s just like a little horn
out of the shell. A wider Hanhaba Obi gives a more formal look and goes well not only
with Yukata but also with summer outfits. The plump ‘Otaiko’ part makes this a cute
and sophisticated Obi knot.
What to Prepare
Hanhaba Obi (a half-width Obi)
Obijime
How to Tie
1.Take 5 times the width of the Obi (about 32″) from the end and place it in the center
of the body. Wrap the Obi around the body twice.
2. Fold the ‘Te’ (end of the Obi; short end) in half and tie it with the ‘Te’ on top.
3. Spread the ‘Tare’ to make a single wing and make a pleat in the middle.
4. Tie the ‘Te’ and the half wing. Pass the ‘Tare’ from the bottom of the knot to the top.
5. Place the Obijime about 4″ from the end of the ‘Tare’, and make a plump ‘Otaiko’.
6. Tie an Obijime in front.
7. Arrange the ‘Tare’ so that the end rises to the right and voila.
In the End
The ‘MAIMAI Musubi’ is an Obi knot that gives a formal look. It can be tied easily and is recommended for summer outings.
At Japanese Dance School MIYA, we also offer the ‘Kimono Course’, where you can learn
how to wear a Kimono, including how to tie an Obi.
If you are interested, please contact us HERE.
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