This page includes video tutorials on how to wear a yukata kimono, tie an obi belt, wear hakama pants, fold a yukata kimono, and tie tasuki.
How to Wear
How to Wear a Kimono and Yukata
How to check whether the length will fit you:
1. Put on the yukata kimono, then use the kimono cord (koshi himo) to adjust the length and width.
This page includes video tutorials on how to wear a yukata kimono, tie an obi belt, wear hakama pants, fold a yukata kimono, and tie tasuki.
Tips
If you open the back of the collar a little like in the photo, it shows the throat and nape of the neck for a very beautiful look.
Adjust the lapels so that you can see the decorative collar (han-eri).
How to Tie the Obi Belt
Flat Obi / Hira Obi
Obi with Pre-tied Bow / Tsukuri Obi
Soft Obi / Heko Obi
How to Fold a Yukata or Japanese Kimono
Folding a yukata kimono or Japanese kimono is not difficult. We recommend folding it neatly before storage so that you can wear it neatly anytime.
This page includes video tutorials on how to wear a yukata kimono, tie an obi belt, wear hakama pants, fold a yukata kimono, and tie tasuki.
How to Wear a Kimono and Yukata
How to check whether the length will fit you:
1. Put on the yukata kimono, then use the kimono cord (koshi himo) to adjust the length and width.
2. Tie the obi. Please choose the style you like from the two types.
How to Tie the Obi Belt
Kanda Style / Kanda Musubi
Kaino Kuchi Style / Kaino Kuchi
Other
How to Wear Hakama Pants
Hakama are put on after you have put on a yukata kimono or Japanese kimono. It may be easier to understand if you think of them like trousers or a skirt.
How to Tie Tasuki
The cords or sashes used for tucking up the sleeves are called tasuki. When working while wearing a Japanese kimono, both men and women tie tasuki to keep the sleeves out of the way.
How to Fold a Yukata Kimono or Japanese Kimono
Folding a yukata kimono or Japanese kimono is not difficult. We recommend folding it neatly before storage so that you can wear it neatly anytime.
