Men's Japanese Obi, Cotton Kaku Obi Belt
Hand-tied Kaku Obi Yukata Belt · Japanese Style Accessory · 5 colours
- Shipping $7.90. You're $10.10 away from free shipping. Add tabi socks ($12.90) and it ships free.
- 30-day returns
- Ships within 1–3 business days
- Delivered in 5–9 business days after dispatch
At a glance
- Fabric
- Cotton
- Sizes
- One Size
- Colours
- 5: White and Black, Beige, Navy, Black, Purple
- Care
- Follow care label instructions
Read the guide: Yukata vs Kimono: What Actually Separates Them
Materials
- Fabric
- Cotton
- Origin
- Imported
Size guide
Made in one size for most adults.
Care guide
- Follow care label instructions.
Shipping & returns
Shipping
We ship to the EU, the UK, Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Canada and the US.
Delivery usually takes 5 to 9 business days after dispatch.
Shipping is free on orders above $45 USD. Below that, shipping is $7.90 USD to the US and Canada and $9.90 USD to Europe and Australia. We charge in US dollars, converted to your currency at checkout.
Returns
You have 30 days from delivery to request a return.
Return shipping costs are paid by the customer.
We offer refunds or store credit once your return has been received and approved.
For hygiene and quality reasons, underwear cannot be returned. Returns may also be refused if the item is sent back with damaged packaging.
If you need help, contact contact@amajiclothing.com or reach us via the chat.
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Men's Japanese Obi, in detail
A kaku obi is the narrow, firm belt men tie around a kimono or yukata, and the same belt worn under a hakama. This one is cotton and comes as a flat length of cloth. You tie the knot yourself, the traditional way. It is the Japanese obi most men start with, and it pairs with the robes in our men's yukata collection.
If you are shopping for a kimono sash for a man, this is the one. Kaku means square or angular and describes the obi's flat, firm shape. A men's obi sits low on the hips, below the belly, and stays narrow. Five colours: black, navy, white and black, beige and purple. Black and navy sit quietly against almost any yukata. Beige, purple and the white and black add a little contrast against plain cloth.
Fit and sizing
One size. The obi measures 400 cm long and 10 cm wide, about 157.5 in by 3.9 in. The length wraps the waist two or three times and leaves enough cloth to tie a knot at the back. Our model is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall and wears the one size.
There is no size to choose. On a slim waist, wrap it three times. On a larger waist, wrap it twice and you still have length for the knot.
Fabric and care
Cotton, firm enough to hold a flat band around the waist. Cotton grips itself well, so the knot stays in place through a day of walking and sitting. Follow the care label instructions. Between wears, roll the obi or fold it flat so the edges stay straight.
How to wear it
- With a yukata: a navy or black kaku obi over a white, grey or indigo yukata, knotted at the back, with geta or plain sandals for summer evenings.
- With a kimono and haori: a black obi over a dark kimono, with the haori left open so a strip of the obi shows at the front.
- Under a hakama: tie the obi at the hips first. The hakama front ties wrap over it, and the back panel rests on the knot. Read our guide to the hakama for the full outfit.
Frequently asked questions
What is a kaku obi?
The narrow belt men tie around a kimono or yukata, and under a hakama. This one is cotton, 400 x 10 cm, in a kenjo stripe.
How do I tie it?
Over a yukata or a casual kimono, tie it in the kai no kuchi knot.
Do you ship to my country, and how much is it?
We ship to 33 countries: the 27 EU member states, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Canada and the United States. Shipping is $7.90 USD to the US and Canada and $9.90 USD to Europe and Australia, free on orders over $45 USD, and you pay in your own currency at checkout. Duties and import fees, where they apply, are paid by the customer.
How long does delivery take?
Orders leave within 1 to 3 business days and usually arrive 5 to 9 business days after dispatch, with a tracking link by email.
Can I return my order?
Yes, within 30 days of delivery if the item is unworn and still tagged; EU customers also have the 14-day right of withdrawal. Return shipping is paid by you unless the item arrived faulty, damaged or wrong.
Is Amaji a Japanese brand?
No. Amaji is an online store for Japanese-style clothing with a US business address in New Castle, Delaware. Our clothes are made in China in Japanese cuts.
Do I need any obi accessories with this kaku obi?
No. A men's kaku obi holds with its own knot, so it doesn't need the pads, cords or clips used with a women's formal obi. With Amaji's Men's Japanese Obi, the only choice to make is the color, since it comes in One Size.
Can I wear this obi belt with a kimono?
Yes. A kaku obi is the narrow belt men traditionally use to close a kimono or yukata, and it sits low around the hips rather than at the natural waist. Amaji's Men's Japanese Obi is made for that job and comes in One Size.
Is this a traditional Japanese kimono obi?
The style is: the kaku obi is the traditional Japanese men's kimono obi. Amaji's version is an affordable everyday piece made in China, so if you want a made-in-Japan obi for formal occasions, a specialist Japanese maker is the better choice.
Does this men's obi come in black?
Yes. Amaji's Men's Japanese Obi comes in Black, and there is also a White and Black option if you'd like a two-tone look. Both come in One Size.
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