Group 10: SH

The presentation about Yukata

 Original
The Yukata is a traditional Japanese kimono worn in the
summer. It originates from the Yukatabira which was used
by nobility in hot springs during the Heian era to prevent
burns, perspiration, and to conceal the skin. Yukata dates
back more than 1,000 years, when noble persons wore it
to and from taking a bath. The custom of wearing yukata
spread to ordinary people in the 17th to 19th centuries,
and has been handed down to us. There also is yukata for
men, but today it is mostly women who choose to wear it

 Material
A yukata is a Japanese garment, a casual summer kimono
usually made of cotton or synthetic fabric, and unlined.
Like other forms of traditional Japanese clothing.

 The three pieces of Yukata

 Yukata
A yukata itself consisting of a sleeve, a collar and a torso
part. Fold the open part and wear it by wrapping around
the body.
 Band
This is the cloth wrapped around the waist to fix the
yukata to the body. Although there are various ways to tie
it, the most popular way is to start with the shape of a
ribbon because its much easier to finish by yourself.
 Geta
This traditional wooden Japanese footwear fits the attire
of yukata.
 When to wear Yukata
 Yukata are most popular during the summer months,
where the unlined cotton fabric is most suited to combat
the hot temperature. They can be worn around every day;
however, it is most common to see young people enjoying
them during the firework viewing festivals

 At these hanabi festivals, both girls and guys wear their

favorite yukata to watch the stunning nighttime displays.
Yukata can also be worn at summer matsuri (festivals),
specifically the Buddhist bon-odori matsuri which honors
one's ancestors.

 They are offered to guests year round who stay at

ryokan, accommodations with onsen, Japanese hot baths,
and in these occasions, yukata can be worn regardless of
the season. Even in the cold winter months, these yukata
are worn when traveling from the room to the onsen.
 How to wear Yukata
 Step 1: Put on your yukata over your underwear
(undershirt and socks are optional). Slip your arms into the
sleeves of the yukata and grasp it along its front hem, one
side in each hand, at about waist level. Fold the right hand
side underneath the left hand side, and hold it in place
with your hand.

 Step 2: Now fold the left hand over the right hand side
and hold it in place with your hand while you get your obi
(belt).

 Step 3: Secure everything in place with the obi (belt) by

wrapping it around your waist. Begin in the front and wrap
it around your back. The obi are usually stored folded into
little pentagons, so look for these if you are having trouble
finding the obi.

 Step 4: Cross the belt around your back and tie it in the
front. For men, the belt should rest fairly low on the hips.
For women, the belt is tied at the waist.
 Step 5: Adjust the length of the belt ends so that they
hang evenly from your right hip. Then adjust the knot so
that it lies on your right hip.

 Step 6 (Optional): In cooler weather, the outer jacket

can be worn over the yukata like a coat. Yukata coats have
ties at chest level with which they can be secured, and
may have a pocket for carrying small items such as your
room key. Alternatively, yukata coat sleeves are designed
so that items can be carried inside.

Thanks for your listening.