Ultra Personal Journal - Kara Ori Japanese Kimono

Ultra size, 7 x 9 in. 144 lined pages with hard cover with sewn binding and wrap closure. 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. 100% recycled binder boards. Decorative printed cover paper. FSC-certified text paper. Threaded stitching and glue, as needed. Acid-free sustainable forest paper.