cloth waistband; traditional belt; obi
A traditional Japanese cloth belt or sash, often used with kimono or martial arts uniforms. The name literally means 'three-shaku belt', referring to its length.
Before kendo practice, I tightened my cloth belt firmly.
A cloth waistband goes well with a yukata.
Compound of 三尺 (さんじゃく, 'three shaku', a traditional unit of length) and 帯 (おび, 'belt, sash'). The name describes the typical length of this type of cloth belt.