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title
Obi
name
Belt
description
A long, narrow black judo belt, or obi. The belt appears to be cotton. Red, Japanese lettering has been embroidered at one end of the belt. Above this lettering the Kodokan judo emblem has been embroidered in red and cream thread.
history of use
The belt was known to have belonged to, and been used by, Shigetaka (Steve) Sasaki.
part of
Shigetaka (Steve) Sasaki Family fonds
number
2011.64.4.1
organisation
Nikkei National Museum
access
Open