Kara-Ori Japanese Kimono Ultra Personal Journal

7 x 9 in Ultra size. Showcasing silk dyed with beni (the pigment extracted from safflower petals) and lacquered in gold, this kimono design dates to the Edo period (1615–1868), when it was used as a costume for the theatrical style known as Noh. Karaori refers specifically to the exquisitely embroidered traditional woman’s kimono that Noh theatre was known for. Hard cover and stitched binding. 144 unlined pages. 120 gsm. Flap closure.