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"Tiny Gourds" Man's Juban Underkimono

"Tiny Gourds" Man's Juban Underkimono

Painted Scenes

Regular price $85.00
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  • Ships from NY
  • One-of-a-kind
  • Sourced from Japan

This listing is for an underkimono - called a juban in Japanese - which would be worn under a man's kimono. Juban often feature designs that reflect the interests of their owner but are rarely seen in public since they are layered underneath a kimono. Just in inch or two of the over-collar is visible, though you may catch a glimpse of the sleeve edge at the wrist. Juban make great casual robes.

This juban features hazy fog shapes filled with dark brown plaid pattern.  Behind the fog motif are thousands of faux (stenciled) kanoko (fawn spot) shibori. Those lovely little floating elements represent ragged-edged scraps of paper or fabric (saved and cherished long ago).  Some feature one of three different naturescapes and others are covered with shibori or kanji characters.  Floating in between are tiny gourds or calabash that are also decorated with kanji. Gourds are often auspicious motifs and considered to bring good luck.

The over-collar is black with a partial lining. The fabric is a wool blend that is smooth to the touch, not scratchy.

Juban make great robes and cover ups but watch the videos below to see how to layer the juban with a kimono.

This kimono does not come with an obi/belt/sash, but we do make simple cotton sashes that can be added as an option when you order. We will choose a color that goes well with it.

If you'd like to display the kimono, we offer hanging rods in five colors (brown, black, natural, white, and red) - see the Add a Display Rod? tab below.

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Length: 49"
Width: 50"
Body/Hips: 50"
Made In (Estimated): 1970s
Condition: Excellent Vintage
Fiber: Wool Blend
Technique: Printed
Colors: Brown, Blue, Gray, Black, Cream
Motifs: Japanese Scenery, Gourds, Faux Shibori, Geometric, Kanji

SKU:0125mk4

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