This listing is for a full bolt of traditional Japanese fabric intended to be made into a nagoya obi sash. See below for more on nagoya obi.

A rich field of crimson silk sets a dramatic tone for this vintage nagoya style obi fabric bolt, opening with deep color and a subtle woven background that glows softly in the light. The decorative sections feature elegant folding fans rendered in warm tones, accented by delicate woven cording that arcs gracefully across the surface, adding movement and refined detail. The pattern placement allows the fans to appear prominently when worn, while generous solid areas provide balance and structure. 

Also note the exposed threads of the weave are on the backside of the decorative areas.

This bolt is laid out in the traditional nagoya obi format: 65" of plain fabric that would be the backside of the obi, followed by a 13" decorative section (bow), 27" plain fabric, another 8" decorative section, and finishes with another 63" of plain fabric.

The fabric is a thick weave that is both pliable and sturdy – perfect for being tied into an elaborate bow at the back of a kimono, and just a perfect as table or wall décor. Plenty of fabric to convert into home décor (pillows!) or an elegant jacket or coat…?

A nagoya obi is a semi formal obi with a partially sewn structure, featuring a wide decorative element at the bow end and a smaller one on the narrower belt section. This bolt has not yet been sewn into the nagoya style but the patterning is set to do so.