この帯に描かれている柄・文様
Japanese patterns and motifs used in this obi
松
Pine tree
A typical plant that symbolizes longevity because they keep green all year long while withstanding the wind and snow. Considered as one of the auspicious pattern since the Heian period...
琴
Japanese harp
A popular kind of musical instrument used in gagaku (old Japanese court music) performed in the palace. The kotoji, a tool for adjusting the pitch of the koto sound, is used alone...