The basic method of use is to pass it from the back of a puffed-out bow in the kimono sash (beneath the ring made with the lappet of the bow) toward the front, and then firmly tie a "komamusubi" knot (a tight knot) or the like at the front.
基本的な使い方は、帯を結んだ「お太鼓結び」の背中の部分（お太鼓の垂れで作った輪の下）に通して前へ渡し、帯正面に「駒結び」などの結び方で固く結ぶ。