Japanische Kleidung/Kimono
Kimono
Kimono are generally worn for such occasions as special ceremonies and parties, while Western clothes are almost always worn for daily activities. However, recently the beauty and fashionableness of kimono are being revaluated. There are several kinds of ceremonial kimono. The prime ceremonial kimono for unmarried women is long-sleeved kimono, which sleeves are than a regular kimono. In addition, the prime ceremonial kimono for married women are black fixed-sleeved kimono; it has five family crests. And there are ceremonial kimono that make no distinction between married and unmarried women. Meanwhile, men wear the ceremonial clothes of Japanese half-coat and pleated loose-fitting trousers, which make no distinction between being married and unmarried, as their formal Japanese-style garments. It is a standard to fasten a sash over kimono, to wear Japanese socks(tabi) instead of socks, and to wear Japanese sandals(zori) when going out.
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.
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