These Kimono Sashes Are Out of This World!

SoraNews24 Updated March 3, 2017

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When it comes to combining contemporary trends and technology with traditional culture, the people at Gofukuyasan Dot Com know what they’re doing. The company opened its online retail store in 2000 and have since offered a wide variety of traditional clothing items, such as kimono and jackets.

But the items that have captured the Internet’s attention recently are their obi, the wide sashes worn with kimono and yukata (lightweight kimono), thanks to their fun and unique prints.

As you might expect, the one getting the most attention right now is the one featuring these cute cats. We’re not sure when you’d wear this amazing obi, but we have a feeling that if you had one, you’d go out of your way to find a reason!

The obi is available for order now, but the company says it'll take about a month to complete delivery. And it'll set you back ¥12,960 (US$116), including tax, which is enough to make you think twice before ordering. But when you're ready to order, you can head over to Saku Laboratory, the site for Gofukuyasan Dot Com’s original brand.

If you’re looking for overseas shipping, you’ll need to contact them in advance to set it up.

さく研究所：　新作浴衣。　キジトラとハチワレ猫の柄。脱力系。
近日中にご予約受付開始します。 #kimono #yukata #neko pic.twitter.com/pYpjbRMZUQ
— ゴフクヤサン・ドットコム　居内商店 (@gofukuyasan) April 2, 2016

And if you’re buying an obi, you might as well get a yukata to pair it with!

The yukata pictured above isn’t actually available yet, but according to their twitter page, you’ll be able to order it soon.

歌川芳藤の化け猫柄京袋帯。　ご予約受付中。　https://t.co/gJe4TzRDJX #kimono #ukiyoe #猫 pic.twitter.com/HK06oFingM
— ゴフクヤサン・ドットコム　居内商店 (@gofukuyasan) March 31, 2016

While you’re waiting, though, you might want to pick out another obi, like this one featuring a print of Utagawa Yoshibuji’s artwork.

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Maybe you’re looking for something a bit more modern. If you’re a fan of Minecraft or 8-bit graphics, this obi might be the perfect way to show off your love for gaming. It’s also a bit less expensive at ¥6,480 (about US$60), but they do mention that it could take up about 2 months to complete shipping.

基板の柄小紋　色替えしてみました。セオα浴衣、あわせ着物でご予約受付中。色違い、おび、小物も出す予定です。　https://t.co/fXOfNo3e2F #kimono pic.twitter.com/EwdpqWMnEE
— ゴフクヤサン・ドットコム　居内商店 (@gofukuyasan) March 5, 2016

And if you’re addicted to the internet like we are, this kimono/obi pair featuring prints of circuit boards and LAN cables might be just what you need!

おかげさまであと１本。シャトルの帯キタ。ダズル迷彩柄の着物、ギャラクシー帯揚げと組み合わせてみました。カオスw 　https://t.co/AcmmBOESsy　https://t.co/T9FogMgjzv pic.twitter.com/Q9vubMNxCE
— ゴフクヤサン・ドットコム　居内商店 (@gofukuyasan) April 4, 2016

Should you be more of a space nerd, Gofukuyasan can help you too! This obi features gorgeous prints of a now-retired space shuttle.