The kusazuri of he sendai should mirror, in measures, the torso pieces. It is composed of eleven panels with five lames to each section. The top of the kusazuri matches the waist measure while the bottom of the kusazuri measures the chest measure. The holes in pieces D and M are used to attach the cord to cinch the chest together. The holes in H and G are used to attach the hardware for use of a sashimono.
** This information was made possible by Anthony J. Bryant. The graphic is his design.