can non-Japanese people wear kimono?
Jun 28, 2023 3:36 am
Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!
Let's dive into the kimono and a little more of Japan's beaten path!
Yukata vs Kimono
What's the difference? Maybe you've heard that one's heavier and one's more formal. One is associated with geisha and the other with samurai. But there's a lot of interesting history here and, if you're planning to visit Japan, you'll see a lot of yukata especially during omatsuri (festival) season which has just kicked off! Read on to find out!
Ultimate Guide to Kimono Rental in Tokyo & Kyoto
Where does one even find a kimono or yukata? While, they're not on the racks at H&M, there are plenty of places to rent one for the day and some stores even offer professional photoshoots to commemorate the occasion!
Ultimate Guide to Festivals in Japan
And what's the point of getting all dressed up in a kimono or yutaka with nowhere to go? Read on to find out about Japan's iconic festivals and all the lovely things you can do there from enjoying stall food (takoyaki, yakisoba, karaage), to catching goldfish!
Side note: If you're expecting to be in Japan for a while, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons and dive even deeper into Japanese culture!
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