This woven silk kimono showcases threaded bobbins and measures 50 inches (127 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, with a height of 61 inches (154.9 cm). The silk-reel bobbin (itomaki) motif traditionally symbolizes the Tanabata festival, commemorating the annual reunion of the Herdsman (Altair) and Weaver Girl (Vega) stars on the seventh day of the seventh month. This motif, associated with thread and weaving, holds significance in Japanese culture. Additionally, weaving implements were historically utilized by the Japanese for appeasing vengeful spirits.