Part of the Kimono Collection, handcrafted from carefully selected Japanese kimono fabric. Decorated with the traditional Japanese hemp-leaf pattern, this design offers a refined and dignified look.The rich green color enhances its timeless appeal. In kendo tournaments, the role of a referee is an important responsibility—requiring careful attention to the flow of the match and a commitment to fairness. I designed this referee flag bag with the hope that, in the simple act of taking out the flags, the user’s mind naturally settles, gently shifting into a calm focus toward the task of refereeing itself. This piece is created with that quiet sense of presence in mind. Time and Memory Within Kimono Each piece is produced in limited quantities from a single kimono. Some kimono fabrics were once worn with great care, while others were preserved without ever being worn. All of them have spent long years in quiet rest, continuing to hold the life of the material even after their original role had ended. The fabrics used for the main body are carefully selected in Japan. About the Craftsmanship This product begins with the careful unpicking of each kimono, stitch by stitch, entirely by hand. In a quiet process of working closely with the fabric, each piece is returned to cloth and given new life in a new form. Rather than preserving the past as it is, this process of reconnecting the material into a new role is what gives this referee flag bag its true value. Durable and Practical Design Not only beautiful in appearance but also designed for practical use. The inner lining is made from 10oz canvas (equivalent to No.8 cotton canvas), providing durability even with repeated use. The bottom section is reinforced with high-durability synthetic leather for long-lasting performance. Size This size is designed to fit referee flags specified in the All Japan Kendo Federation’s official match and refereeing regulations. Width: approx. 10 cm (3.9 in) Length (folded with flags inside): approx. 38.5 cm (15.2 in) Length (fully extended): approx. 50 cm (19.7 in) Recommended For Those who wish to match it with a shinai bag Those who appreciate the beauty of traditional kimono fabrics Those seeking a special piece produced in very limited quantities Those seeking a meaningful gift for promotion or grading celebrations Please Note Before Purchase This product is for the referee flag bag only. The flags shown in the photos are not included. This product is made using reclaimed kimono fabric that has been carefully unstitched and repurposed. Due to the nature of kimono fabric, slight irregularities such as thread slubs, weaving variations, small imperfections, color unevenness, and fold marks from previous use or storage may be present. We hope you will appreciate these as part of the fabric’s unique character. Actual colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor settings. Machine washing is not recommended. If cleaning is necessary, gently hand wash and iron at low temperature if needed. As reclaimed kimono fabric is used, exact material composition may be unknown. If textile certificates remain, they may be noted in the product description. Please note that such certificates are not included with the product. Pattern placement varies from item to item. This product is not waterproof. Please avoid exposure to moisture. The synthetic leather used at the base may deteriorate over time with use. Each item is individually handcrafted, so slight variations in size and finish may occur. Products are carefully folded for shipping. Wrinkles may occur during transit but will naturally settle with use.
