Vintage Japanese Silk Kimono Bolt – Deep Black Montsuki Fabric with Maruni Daki Myoga Crest | Formal Ceremonial Wear | 1970s Japan

Product Description

This is an exceptional vintage formal kimono bolt (Montsuki), crafted from 100% silk (Seiren – 正絹) and dyed in a deep, premium sumi black — the highest grade of ceremonial black, rarely found in such a rich jet tone.

The fabric bears a pre-applied Maruni Daki Myōga (Two Embraced Myoga Ginger Buds in a Circle) family crest — a traditional Japanese emblem symbolizing protection from illness, household safety, and the prosperity of the family. In Japanese culture, myōga is considered an auspicious plant, often chosen for its association with good fortune, blessings, and family harmony.

Dating to the 1970s, this bolt was intended as a male family-crest kimono, to be tailored and passed down from father to son. It represents the highest level of first-class formal wear in Japan, traditionally reserved for ceremonial occasions such as weddings, official events, and formal mourning attire.

Its San-jō specification (slightly longer than standard) and 37.5 cm width make it suitable for women’s kimono or for smaller men’s garments. The pre-applied crest can be replaced or removed by a professional kimono tailor if desired.

Whether kept in its original form or repurposed into a modern creation, this bolt is a museum-worthy textile — a rare combination of exceptional dyeing, fine silk weaving, and a meaningful Japanese family crest.

Specifications

• Material: 100% Silk (Seiren – 正絹)
• Color: Deep black, premium sumi-dye (extremely rare to find such a true jet black)
• Crest: Maruni Daki Myōga (Two Embraced Myoga Ginger Buds in a Circle) – a traditional Japanese family crest symbolizing protection, safety, prosperity, and good fortune
• Length: approx. 12–13 m (≈ 13.1–14.2 yards)
• Width: 37.5 cm (≈ 14.76 inches)
• Weight: approx. 600 g (≈ 21.2 oz)
• Era: Circa 1970s
• Type: Formal kimono bolt (Montsuki) — highest class of first-class ceremonial wear
• Intended Use: Male family-crest kimono, originally planned to be tailored as a formal garment from father to son
• Condition: Unused, with crest pre-applied (can be replaced or removed by professional kimono tailor)
• Special Note: Authentic Seiren silk; can be used as-is for other projects

The Maruni Daki Myōga crest, depicting two myoga ginger buds embraced within a circle, is a traditional Japanese family emblem symbolizing protection from illness, safety, and the prosperity of the household. In Japanese culture, myoga is associated with blessings and good fortune, making this crest a particularly auspicious choice for formal attire.