The rectangular strip is doubled and sewn through twice lengthwise. sewn through twice lengthwise. On one narrow side, binding tapes are applied directly to the corners; on the other on the other side they are offset a little inwards. These ribbons can be used to tie the loincloth be tied tightly to the body. However, they appear unusually short here. The centre is divided by two appliquéd strips of black and blue cotton fabric. Here, on one side two longer strips of the base material are sewn onto one side, which have been crossed over and sewn in place. Their ends probably form loops. Another strip of black and blue cotton cotton is also sewn to the cross and to the side of the loincloth. What purpose of these bands is not yet clear. This type of loincloth is also found in Japan. Similar forms are known as "mokko-fundoshi" or "etchū-fundoshi". Loincloths were probably used by both men and women.