This elegant silk kimono showcases interlocking tortoise shell motifs crafted using an exceptionally fine shibori technique. Measuring 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 60 inches (152 cm) in height, the design features the six-sided hexagonal tortoise-shell motif, known as "kikko," symbolizing the tortoise in Japanese culture.

The significance of the tortoise holds diverse meanings derived from Hindu, Taoist, Confucian, and Buddhist traditions. Representing longevity, the tortoise is believed to live exceptionally long, growing a flowing white tail and emitting sacred vapors that conjure up divine jewels. Employed on this kimono, the motif signifies the desire for a prolonged life.

Crafting these motifs using the tie-dye technique involved countless knots, demanding weeks of laborious and meticulous craftsmanship to achieve such intricate designs.