This kinsha silk kimono features katazome-produced vertical stripes that embody both traditional Japanese aesthetic principles and the period's embrace of sophisticated simplicity. The fine crepe fabric creates a subtle textural foundation for the precise vertical striping, which alternates between rich chocolate brown and cream tones in varying widths. This striped pattern, known as "shima," was  a beloved motif throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, representing both continuity and progress through its clean, linear geometry.

The vertical orientation of the stripes carries symbolic significance in Japanese culture, suggesting upward movement, growth, and aspiration - themes particularly resonant during the Meiji Restoration's era of modernization and social transformation. The katazome resist-dyeing technique demonstrates the technical mastery of Japanese artisans, creating crisp, precise lines that maintain their clarity across the garment's flowing form. The restrained two-color palette reflects the aesthetic principle of "shibui" - understated elegance that achieves sophistication through subtlety rather than ostentation. The interplay between the kinsha's crepe texture and the geometric precision of the stripes creates a dynamic visual tension that exemplifies Japanese design's masterful balance between natural and constructed elements, tradition and innovation.

Measuring approximately 47 inches (119 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at a height of about 59 inches (150 cm)