Haori (Japanese half-coat)

A jacket to wear over a kimono, properly adorned with five family crests.




Haori Hakama (Japanese half-coat and pleated loose-fitting trousers)

The ceremonial clothes for men.




Hakama (Pleated loose-fitting trousers)

They loosely cover the lower half of the body and are worn over a kimono.




Zori (Japanese sandals)

Zori for men are mainly woven with rush.




Kimono no shuno (Storing of kimono)

Kimono. are wrapped in paper and stored in a paulownia-wood chest to be protected against insects and humidity.




Yukata (Informal cotton kimono)

Yukata are cotton kimono without lining, which are worn after taking a bath and in the summertime. In contrast to ceremonial kimono, like the long-sleeved kimono, yukata are ordinary, unassuming clothing. They can be worn next to the skin, and it is usual to wear wooden clogs without Japanese socks when wearing kimono. Yukata are comfortable to wear, especially on summer evenings after taking a bath; they are refreshing and cool even to look at. Lots of people in yukata are seen at summer festivals, fireworks displays, and the Bon Festival dance; yukata on such occasions constitute a poetic summer scene. In addition, yukata are set out in most inns and hotels, and they can be worn in place of pajamas.




Geta (Wooden clogs)

Compared to Japanese sandals, geta are footwear worn with casual Japanese-style attire. Clog thongs are tied to a wooden base under which two wooden supports are attached.




Yukata no obi-musubi (Examples of how to tie the sash for the informal cotton kimono).