Yukata
A yukata ( Japanese 浴衣 , literally: "bathing robe") is a traditional Japanese garment made of cotton .
Above all, it serves as an uncomplicated, lighter and more everyday version of the kimonos , as it is easier to tie and cheaper. A yukata is put on after bathing in Japanese hotels, but also often at summer festivals such as fireworks festivals . The yukata is also often used as pajamas . So it is not a garment that has a very special and rigid use. It is also known as Natsu no Kimono ( 夏 の 着 物 姿 ), in German "summer kimono".
The yukata is made available to guests free of charge in many hotels in Japan. It is held in the room every day or offered in cupboards in the entrance area (“ lobby ”). This also applies to using and going to an onsen , the traditional hot bath in Japan.
Comfortable Japanese take their yukata, which is used as pajamas, on the street before the morning meal in order to dress later.
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Yukata with belt for women - Japan
Yukata with belt for men - Japan
See also
- Dancing / Dotera , informal winter kimono
