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Thekate-bukuro (provisions bag) was a commonly-worn component ofsamurai attire during periods such as theSengoku period (1467–1615) ofJapan. Akate-bukuro was a provisions bag used by the samurai class and their retainers. For ordinary officers, these provisions bags were known askoshi-zuto. These types of bags were made of twisted paper strings within the style of fine basketwork, and measures around 1shaku to 9sun (around 30 cm (12 in)). These bags were then carried at the right side of the waist.
Another bag, carrying 3 or 4gō of uncooked rice, was also considered advisable to carry. Baked rice was also regularly carried in cold weather, due to its emission of heat.
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