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The thick 'sash' that goes around the mid-section while wearing a kimono is called an Obi.
a kimono belt is called an obi
A broad Japanese sash, usually with a bow in the back and worn with a kimona, is called an obi.
The kimono sash in Japanese is called the "obi" It is an long piece of cloth that is wrapped around the torso and then made into an elaborate knot. Originally the obi was meant to hold the kimono together but over hundreds of years the obi has become more decorative than functional.
A Japanese Kimono is a traditional robe of various styles. Kimonos are worn by men, women, and children. A kimono is wrapped left over right and held together a wide belt called an obi.
A kimono sash is called an Obi.
It is called "obi". In English, it may also be referred to as "obi sash" or "kimono sash".
There is an elastic clip/belt that is worn under everything that helps hold the kimono closed called a 'korin belt', but I believe you are thinking of an 'obi' it is the thick sash-like cloth that is tied around the waist/torso when wearing a kimono.
The middle 'sash' that wraps around the kimono is called an obi.
The Obi is what the geisha sash is called.
A wide sash fastened in the back with a large flat bow, worn by women in Japan as a part of the traditional dress.
The bellt is called an Obi