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Shima No.01A — Kimono Obi Guitar Strap

Name: Shima No.01A — Kimono Obi Guitar Strap
Brand: Obi Guitar Factory
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$80.00 USD

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At a glance

One-of-one: Only one made
Made in: Hiroshima, Japan
Material: We choose obi textile for woven texture, visual weight, and the way it reads on stage and on camera. Small variation is part of the value, not a defect.
Length: Adjustable 43"-57" / 110-145cm
Fits: Electric, acoustic, and bass guitars
Strap-lock ready: Yes
Shipping: Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.

Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.

Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, brokerage fees, or handling fees may be charged by your country or carrier and are the customer’s responsibility.

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Strap-lock ready
Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.

Shima No.01A — Kimono Obi Guitar Strap is a one-of-a-kind guitar strap handmade in Hiroshima, Japan from vertical stripe (shima) woven into Japanese obi textile. It keeps the visual character of the original weave while staying practical for rehearsal, recording, and stage use.

Pattern Story
This piece carries a vertical stripe (shima). Shima means stripe in Japanese textiles. This is one of the oldest and most practical patterns—vertical lines are fast to weave and won't wrinkle your strap during play. We keep that character intact, then translate it into something built to be played rather than only admired.

One of One
Each strap is cut from a different section of the obi, so pattern placement always changes. The mood stays consistent, but no two pieces land in exactly the same way.

Why Players Choose It
Obi Guitar Factory is built in Hiroshima, Japan and stays musician-first. The goal is simple: strong visual identity, dependable hold, and comfort that still feels right deep into a set.

Materials
We choose obi textile for woven texture, visual weight, and the way it reads on stage and on camera. Small variation is part of the value, not a defect.

Care
Treat it like a performance accessory made from decorative textile. Avoid heavy friction, prolonged moisture, direct sun, and harsh cleaners. After use, wipe gently with a dry cloth and store in a cool, dry place.

Shipping
Ships from Hiroshima, Japan. Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, or handling fees may apply depending on destination and are the customer's responsibility. If you need a strap for a session, tour date, or gift deadline, contact us before ordering.

Custom Orders
If you want a different palette, motif direction, or a strap shaped around a specific instrument, contact Obi Guitar Factory. We are open to custom-made orders when the right textile and specification are available. Contact us here.

Past Life

Shima — stripes — is one of the oldest patterns in Japanese weaving, prized for its iki: understated, effortless chic. This obi came to us through auction. We don't know who tied it, when, or for what. What we do know is that someone chose simplicity, wore it well, and stored it carefully. Now the stripe crosses oceans and stages, carrying whatever comes next.

Questions

Does this fit any guitar?

Yes. The strap uses standard strap buttons and fits all electric, acoustic, and bass guitars.

How long is the strap?

Adjustable from approximately 43" to 57" (110–145cm), fitting most players.

Is this really one of a kind?

Yes. Each strap is made from a single piece of vintage kimono obi. Once it's sold, it's gone.

How long does shipping take?

Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.

Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, brokerage fees, or handling fees may be charged by your country or carrier and are the customer’s responsibility.

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1 of 1 Shima No.01A — Kimono Obi Guitar Strap

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Specs + provenance

The details that turn a strap from visual object into real gear.

Motif meaning

Shima means stripe in Japanese textiles. This is one of the oldest and most practical patterns—vertical lines are fast to weave and won't wrinkle your strap during play.

Care instructions

Treat it like a performance accessory made from decorative textile. Avoid heavy friction, prolonged moisture, direct sun, and harsh cleaners. After use, wipe gently with a dry cloth and store in a cool, dry place.

🧵 Materials

We choose obi textile for woven texture, visual weight, and the way it reads on stage and on camera. Small variation is part of the value, not a defect.

Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.

Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, brokerage fees, or handling fees may be charged by your country or carrier and are the customer’s responsibility.

Behind the build

The textile gets the attention. The feel is what earns repeat use.

Obi Guitar Factory is not trying to make decorative straps that look interesting for one photo and disappear after that. The strap still needs to sit flat, feel stable, and hold up through real playing.

That balance between visual force and practical comfort is the whole point of the build, and it starts in Hiroshima with one bench and one pair of hands.

Read the story

Quiet confidence before checkout

Built around real instruments
These straps are built to sit flat, stay balanced, and feel believable under real guitar weight, from a Les Paul to a semi-hollow or acoustic.
Shipping & import charges
Free standard worldwide shipping from Hiroshima, Japan.
Customs duties, import taxes, VAT, brokerage fees, or handling fees may be charged by your country or carrier and are the customer’s responsibility.
Custom-made if the brief is right
If you need a certain palette, motif mood, or a strap that fits a specific instrument and setup, Obi Guitar Factory is open to the right custom brief. Follow @obi_guitar_factory for new drops, process shots, and straps on guitars around the world.
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Shima No.01A — Kimono Obi Guitar Strap