市松模様
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
ichimatsu pattern; checkered pattern; checks
A traditional Japanese pattern of alternating dark and light squares, similar to a checkerboard. Often used in textiles, design, and architecture. The term is culturally specific and commonly recognized in Japan.
This kimono has a beautiful ichimatsu pattern.
She is wearing an obi with a checkered pattern.