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yukata, light summer kimono
A casual, unlined cotton kimono worn in summer or after bathing. Often worn at festivals, hot spring resorts, and as loungewear.
夏祭りに浴衣を着て行った。
I wore a yukata to the summer festival.
旅館では浴衣が用意されている。
A yukata is provided at the Japanese inn.
彼女は青い浴衣がよく似合う。
She looks good in a blue yukata.
CULTURAL NOTE: 浴衣 originated as a garment worn after bathing (the kanji literally means 'bathing clothes'). Today, it's commonly worn:
- At summer festivals (夏祭り) and fireworks displays (花火大会)
- At hot spring resorts (温泉) and traditional inns (旅館)
- 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 (belt/sash).
RELATED:
- 着物 - kimono (more formal)
- 帯 - sash, belt for kimono/yukata
- 下駄 - wooden sandals (often worn with yukata)