There is a tutorial video🎀 It's cute to tie the yukata obi in a "cat ear knot" and arrange it like Hello Kitty❤️

2024.07.19 published

How to Tie a Very Cute Yukata Obi That You Want to Try This Summer 🎀

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This summer, packed with fun events, we would like to introduce you to a very cute way to tie an obi for those wearing yukata!＊

Here it is 🎀

This is the way to tie a Hello Kitty obi ♡

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This obi knot is called the "Nekomimi Knot" or "Cat-Ear Obi Knot."

It has little cat ears poking out from the obi, and when you add a ribbon, it becomes Hello Kitty ❤️

The ribbon can be made from a heko obi or obiage, which is also very cute!＊

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Introducing the Knotting Method ♡

The official YouTube channel of "MIMATSU," which offers collaboration yukata with Sanrio characters, has a tutorial on how to tie the Hello Kitty obi, so we would like to share it with you!＊

(Preparation) Wrap a three-tiered temporary cord

➡ You can buy a three-tiered temporary cord for 580 yen on Rakuten＊

① Fold the tip of the left-hand side (short side) into a triangle

② Thread it through the bottom of the three-tiered temporary cord

③ Likewise, fold the right side into a triangle

④ Thread it through the second part of the three-tiered temporary cord

⑤ Fold the tail end (long side) into thirds

⑥ Finally, thread the remaining obi through the three-tiered temporary cord

⑦ Fold the remaining part into thirds and insert it into the same place as step ⑥

⑧ Shape the face

⑨ Tighten the obi

⑩ Wrap the obi around to make the face round

⑪ Adjust the shape of the face

⑫ Pre-tie a heko obi into a bow and attach it to the right ear

⑬ Tuck in any excess fabric

⑭ Adjust the overall shape, and it's done! ♡

MIMATSU's Sanrio collaboration yukata includes Hello Kitty, My Melody, and Kuromi! ♡

(The collaboration yukata comes as a set with a yukata and obi, but the Hello Kitty lace obi used in the video is sold separately. The heko obi tied with a ribbon is included in the set.)

➡ Here is the product page for MIMATSU's Sanrio collaboration yukata＊

You Can Rent a Kimono with a Hello Kitty Obi in Asakusa ♡

A yukata or kimono with a Hello Kitty obi that you want to wear at least once.

While we introduced the method, if you're not used to wearing yukata, it might be difficult to tie it neatly just by watching the video…! (You also need to purchase a white obi and ribbon.)

For those who think, "It seems difficult to dress myself," you can get the Hello Kitty obi tied for you at the kimono rental shop "kesa tokyo" in Asakusa ♡

Colors include the classic red & pink ribbons ❤️🩷

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There are pastel-colored blue and pink satin ribbons 🩵🩷

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There is also a black ribbon 🖤

A monochrome coordinate matching a gray kimono is also wonderful!＊

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The rental prices at kesa tokyo are approximately as follows＊

✅ 1 female: 8,250 yen

✅ From 2 females: 7,150 yen (per person)

✅ Couples: 7,150 yen (per person)

The price includes kimono rental, dressing, and hair set, with no additional fees for the Hello Kitty obi, lace, accessories, or bags.

It's not just cute, but the shop is also very reasonable! ♡

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The Hello Kitty Obi Knot is Adorable ♡

The Hello Kitty obi knot you want to try at least once ♡

It's so cute that it’s sure to catch everyone's attention, so how about wearing a "Hello Kitty knot" with your yukata this summer?＊＊

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