expressions (phrases idiomatic expression neither one thing nor the other;too short for a belt, too long for a sleeve tie

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone cord used to tuck up the sleeves of a kimono

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone sash (worn over the shoulder to the opposite hip)

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone obi (strip of paper looped around a book, CD, etc. containing information about the product)