Obidome featuring plum knots and embracing awaji knots, each fitted with a metal backing. Best suited for thinner obi cords. Perfect as an accent piece for kimono styling.

Size: 

Plum knot: approx. 3 × 3 cm

Embracing awaji knot: approx. 3.3 × 2 cm

Metal fitting opening: approx. 1.3 × 0.4 cm

Ume-knot: Ume means plum and it is called Ume knot because it resembles a plum blossom. It is used in various celebrations because it is thought that with such a complicated knot you can tie strong bonds. Additionally, since plum blossoms are the first to bloom after overcoming the harsh winter, the knot also carries a meaning of improving one's fortunes.

 Awaji-knot: It is said that the name Awaji knot comes from the fact that the rounded parts at both ends are shaped like awabi (Japanese for abalone, a shellfish species). If you pull both ends of the string, it will be tied even stronger, so it also has the meaning of “to be tied forever” in hopes of a strong and a long lasting relationship.