Traditional Japanese Clothing

チエルシー　ピーコツクケーラー　ワチエル

Introduction

Traditional Japanese Clothing is still worn today in some parts of Japan. Depending on the season the colors range from light to dark. Patterns and designs also have meanings like luck or prosperity. In this power point we will show you the many different types of Japanese clothing to casual and formal. Plus inform you on Japanese makeup and how to put on a kimono.

Kimono

Meaning a thing to wear, the kimono is the national costume of Japan. It is a straight robe that falls to your feet and wraps around your body from left side to right. A wide belt called and obi is tied around the kimono. The earliest kimono was called a gofuku and was invented originally from the Chinese. They are made from a piece of fabric called a “tan” and traditional are sewn by hand. Most are made of silk, yet today they are made from cotton and other fibers. A complete kimono outfit today can cost up to ten thousand dollars.

Hakama and Samue

The Hakama looks like a half apron and was worn by the samurai in ancient Japan. Today it is worn by men and women in a variety of martial arts, tea ceremonies, weddings and funerals. It is usually worn over a kimono and tied at the waist.

The Samue is a casual traditional clothing that monks would wear for labor work. Usually made from cotton or linen.

Hakama Samue

Yukata & Tomesode

The Yukata meaning bathing clothes, is a casual Japanese summer dress. In traditional Japanese inns you would wear a Yukata after bathing. Today Japanese people wear Yukata at any time, it is common to see women wearing them. Unlike the kimono its is less expensive and is made out of cotton instead of silk. They are mostly made of bright patterns and floral prints.

The Tomesode is a formal costume worn by a married women. It is like a kimono but with shorter sleeves because the people of Japan found it was very unpractical for a woman to cook with long sleeves.

Happi and the Obi

The Happi is the traditional Japanese coat that is usually made of cotton and shows the family crest. Today Happi display store labels and organizations.

The Obi is a sash worn by both men and women to secure different types of kimonos and enhance the shape of the body. In martial arts the obi is worn with many uniforms, made of thick cotton the obi is dyed different colors to show the stage you are in the martial art (judo or karate).

Tabi and Zori

The tabi are traditional, ankle high, Japanese socks. The are worn by men and women. They are commonly the color white and are essential for all traditional outfits. Between the big toe and the other toes is a separation allowing Japanese sandals to be worn easily.

The zori is a flat sandal made of rice straw, wood and cloth. They are similar to flip-flops but are thicker. Ancient Farmers would wear zori made of straw and that have a strap.

Japanese Makeup

In ancient Japan young girls would be brought to school to become Geishas and learn many things like dancing ,singing and the art of makeup.

First the girls would grease their faces with an expensive cream then warmed up a piece of powder wax and spread it across their face. Rice power was then spread across the face and neck. Charcoal was used to draw around the eyes and eyebrows. The lips were then painted red.

How to wear a kimono

Step 1: Place the right side of the kimono over the body, over lap it with the left side

Step 2: Place the first part of the obi around the kimono

Step 3: Place the rest of the obi on your back

Step 4: Put on the tabi and zori

Step 5: Pair with a purse or jewelry