noun
Hakata-ori; silk fabric from Hakata
A traditional silk textile produced in the Hakata region of Fukuoka, known for its tightly woven, durable fabric often used for obi sashes.
博多織の帯は、締め心地が良く、長く使えると評判です。
Hakata-ori obi sashes are reputed to be comfortable to wear and long-lasting.
The name derives from the Hakata area (now part of Fukuoka City) where this weaving technique was developed. The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it is traditionally associated with a 13th-century merchant who brought back weaving techniques from China.