When visiting Japan, diving into its rich cultural heritage is an experience like no other. One of the most immersive ways to do this is by donning a yukata, a traditional yet casual Japanese garment.

Japan’s traditional clothing, particularly the kimono and yukata, offers a fascinating glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage. These garments are not only beautiful but also steeped in ...

I had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the “Learn Traditional Dance and Try on Yukata!” organized by ICC on June 21st, when summer was just around the corner. I had previously tried on a ...

Summer is the perfect time to discover the varieties of 着物 (kimono, Japanese traditional clothing). That’s because its casual version, the 浴衣 (yukata, light cotton kimono worn in summer), is lighter, ...

Sanrio has indelibly marked Japan's pop and fashion scene, and now our kimono expert shares how to style yukata featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, and Kuromi. Festival season is upon us in Japan. With ...

Japan is known for the kimono, but in the summertime, the yukata (浴衣), a causal version of the kimono made out of a thinner fabric, is the go-to garment! Kimonos and yukatas are traditional clothing ...

Wearing a kimono or yukata while walking through a historic Japanese neighborhood is one of those travel experiences that sticks with you long after you get home. The good news is that you do not need ...

Once a noble’s bathrobe and later a summer staple for city dwellers, the yukata has never been just a throw-on rental. With meaningful motifs, symbolic colors and time-honored styling tricks, it’s ...

Summer in Tokyo means matsuri (festival) time, which also means yukata time! A lighter version of the kimono, yukata are worn with an ‘obi’ belt sash and optional accessories including ‘geta’ (wooden ...

One of the standout pieces from the collaboration is the graphic happi jacket (¥8,789) for men, which comes in two colour combos: black and white, or blue and white. The jacket features classic kimono ...