The motifs used in obi designs each carry deep meanings and histories, often expressing the wearer’s feelings and wishes.
Koto Collection
This collection depicts landscapes of ancient capitals called “Koto,” featuring buildings, vehicles, and people, along with distant, misty mountains and trees. Through these designs, you can glimpse scenes from old capitals.
Bird Collection
Birds are symbols of “freedom,” as they soar through the sky. They also signify happiness and hope.
Botanical Collection
Botanical motifs are widely used as symbols of the beauty of the changing seasons and of life. In particular, floral patterns express the Japanese aesthetic that values seasonal awareness.
Shoso-in Collection
Shoso-in is a treasure house built adjacent to Todaiji Temple in Nara. The motifs in this collection are derived from ancient textiles and treasures found in Shoso-in, reflecting some of Japan’s oldest and most sophisticated patterns.
Butterfly Collection
The butterfly symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings, as it transforms from a caterpillar to a chrysalis and finally into a beautiful butterfly. Its beauty and elegance are also said to represent the power of women.