100% Silk Kimono Obi Tote Bag | Artisan Embroidered Japanese

🌸 Why It’s Special • 100% silk fukuro obi – Upcycled from a vintage formal kimono sash with luminous metallic threads and elegant woven detailing. • Auspicious crane motif – The flying tsuru design expresses grace, lightness, and a sense of celebration rooted in Japanese textile tradition. • Vintage obijime handles – The handles are made from vintage obijime in a soft light-blue gradation, carefully chosen to harmonize with the bag’s airy palette. • Handcrafted in Japan – Carefully made by a Japanese artisan with nearly 30 years of experience. • Distinctive by nature – Each bag is cut from a different section of a vintage obi and paired with vintage obijime, making every piece one of a kind. 📏 Dimensions Height: 21 cm (8.3”) Width (top): 29 cm (11.42”) Width (bottom): 19 cm (7.48”) Depth: 10 cm (3.9”) 🧵 Materials • Outer: Vintage fukuro obi (100% silk with metallic threads) • Handles: Vintage obijime cords • Lining: Coordinated inner fabric • Structure: Full firm interfacing throughout • Base: Inserted board for extra stability • Closure: Magnetic snap closure • Inner pocket: 1 compartment sized for phones or cards • Tag: Individually color-matched from nearly 100 shades of premium Japanese leather 🤫 Behind the Craft Each bag is created by a cross-generational team: • Ayako (40+ yrs as a couture sample seamstress) leads the making • Yuuko (trained in kimono and luxury fur tailoring) advises on fabric handling • Ayuko (brand founder, former corporate consultant) designs each piece, translating Japan’s tacit artisanal knowledge into structured modernity We collaborate with trusted workshops to ensure both small-batch uniqueness and scalable quality. ⚠️ Note ・While the obi and cords are carefully selected from vintage stock, slight age marks may remain — these are embraced as part of the textile’s story and authenticity. ・Due to the nature of the vintage obijime cords, slight sun fading or age-related discoloration may be visible. Please refer to photos 9 for details. ・Photos are taken with a Nikon DSLR in natural daylight (no flash). Actual colors may vary slightly depending on indoor lighting and display settings. ・The model images are for styling reference only. ✈️ Free Express Shipping Worldwide from Japan via EMS (Express Mail Service) — insured, tracked, and typically delivered in 5–10 business days, though this may vary depending on flight schedules and local conditions. DM us for custom inquiries—we’re happy to help.