Around Japan Magazine

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C L O T H E S

KIMONO a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. In the modern day, the kimono is not commonly worn as everyday dress0 within Japan.

YUKATA aliterally means bath(ing) clothes, although their use is not limited to after-bath wear. Yukata are a common sight in Japan during the hot summer months.

HANTEN a short winter coat, is an item of traditional Japanese clothing. The coat started to be worn, especially by the common people, in the 18th century during the Edo period.


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