habutae is a type of silk. there are different kinds of "habutae" silk such as plain or striped "habutae". "habutae" is traditionally used for kimono and undershirts. recently, it is also used for general goods, works of art, and clothing. "habutae" is smooth to touch, glossy, and soft. it has been said "the quality of silk fabric begins with habutae and ends with it." "fukui" is a suitable region to produce "habutae" as the dryness and wetness of the air are well-balanced throughout the whole year.