浴衣(ゆかた)

Cultural note: 浴衣(ゆかた) originated as a garment worn after bathing (the kanji literally means 'bathing clothes'). Today, it's commonly worn:

• At summer festivals (夏祭(なつまつ)り) and fireworks displays (花火(はなび)大会(たいかい))
• At hot spring resorts (温泉(おんせん)) and traditional inns (旅館(りょかん))
• As casual summer wear

How to wear: The left side should overlap the right (right-over-left is only for deceased persons). Secured with an 帯(おび) (belt/sash).

Related words

• 着物(きもの) - kimono (more formal)
• 帯(おび) - sash, belt for kimono/yukata
• 下駄(げた) - wooden sandals (often worn with yukata)