noun
datemaki; rolled sweet omelette
A traditional Japanese rolled omelette mixed with fish paste, often served as part of osechi ryōri for New Year's. The sweet, dense texture is distinctive.
おせち料理に伊達巻が入っている。
Datemaki is included in the New Year's osechi dishes.
母が手作りの伊達巻を出してくれた。
My mother served homemade datemaki.
noun
woman's undersash
A sash worn under the obi by women, primarily in traditional Japanese clothing. Less commonly encountered in modern daily life.
着物を着るときに伊達巻を締める。
When wearing a kimono, you tie the undersash.
The name likely derives from the Date clan (伊達), known for their flamboyant style, or from Date Masamune, though the exact origin is uncertain. The rolled shape resembles a scroll or a decorative sash.