腰こし紐ひも

noun

waist cord for kimono; koshihimo

A soft cord tied around the waist under the obi to hold a kimono in place while dressing.

• 着き物ものを着きるときは、まず腰こし紐ひもをしっかり結むすびます。

  When putting on a kimono, first tie the koshihimo firmly.