畳たとう

noun

folding paper-case; kimono wrapping paper

Abbreviation of 畳紙 (たとうがみ). A traditional folded paper envelope used for storing kimono or other garments. Often made of thick, decorative paper.

• 着き物ものをたとうに包つつんで箪たん笥すにしまう。

  I wrap the kimono in a folding paper-case and put it away in the chest of drawers.

• このたとうは友ゆう禅ぜんの美うつくしい紙かみでできている。

  This kimono wrapping paper is made of beautiful yuzen paper.