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Table of Contents 

Shibuya 

History 

Harajuku 

Akihabara 

Town where Dreams and Fantasies Supersedes Fashion 

Women 

Men 

Uniforms 

History 

Trends 

Kimono 

History 

The Trend Generator 

Contemporary Trends 

Frightening yet Fascinating 

How To 

Interview with Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 

Symbolizes High School Girls, Trends, and Fashion 

When to Wear 

July 2012

Shibuya 

Fashion 

By Shiori 

History 

Shibuya has 

achieved great popularity 

among young people in the 

last 30 years. Japan Fashion 

Week is preparing for a 

major geographical shift 

from previously used Tokyo 

Midtown in Roppongi to 

Shibuya Hikarie, a department 

store built recently in Shibuya. 

Shibuya is the fashion trendy 

area, for teens to early 20’s 

Japanese fashionistas. Trends 

are very fast, and tastes are 

diverse, but mainly focused on 

the “gals.” There are several 

Ganguro Girl in Shibuya 

famous fashion department 

stores in Shibuya. One is Hikarie 

as mentioned above. Another is 

a very popular department store 

called Shibuya 109. It is a major 

shopping center near Shibuya 

Station. The name 109 is read 

"Ichi-Maru-kyū" and is a pun on 

Tokyu, the corporation that 

owns it. 109 is particularly 

famous for being the origin of 

the “kogal” subculture. 

The kogal fashion involves 

wearing an outfit based on 

a Japanese school uniform, but 

with a shortened skirt, loose 

socks, and often dyed hair and 

a scarf as well. The 

phenomenon was prominent in 

the 1990s, but has since 

Kogyaru Make-up 

declined. The word "kogal" is 

short for kokosei gyaru, which 

means high school gal. These 

girls refer to themselves 

as “gyaru” (gals), although this 

term is applied to several other 

fashion looks as well. To begin 

with, the name gyaru originated 

from a 1970s brand 

of jeans called "gals", with the 

advertising slogan: "I can't live 

without men", and was applied 

to fashion and peer 

conscious girls in their teens and 

early twenties. 

Other types of gyaru are 

ganguro, yamanba, and manba. 

Ganguro literally translates to 

“black face.” They have 

blonde,pink, or silver hair

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and tanned skin, thus resulting 

in the name ganguro. 

Ganguro fashion scene hit 

Shibuya in the 1990s and 

went out of fashion by 2000. 

In contradiction to the 

traditional Japanese concept 

of beauty by having pale skin, 

dark hair, and neutral makeup 

tones, ganguro girls rebelled 

by tanning their skin, 

bleaching their hair, and using 

colorful makeup. Ganguro has 

a connection to Japanese 

folklore of ghosts and 

demons, which are depicted 

with a similar appearance and 

often displayed in kabuki 

costumes. This connection to 

folklore is further noted in 

the ganguro offshoot style 

called “yamanba”, named 

after a famous story about a 

mountain witch. 

Old school 

yamanba and manba 

featured dark tans and white 

lipstick, pastel eye make-up, 

tiny metallic or glittery 

adhesives below the eyes, 

brightly 

colored plastic clothing, and 

incongruous accessories. 

Stickers on the face died out 

shortly after 2004 along with 

yamanba fashion. 

Manba is now more 

extreme, and hair is often 

multicolored and usually 

synthetic. Their hair is usually 

neon/bright colors, with pink 

being the most popular. Wool 

extensions and clips were 

worn to make their hair 

appear longer. Clothing 

remains the same, although 

the accessories are worn less 

frequently now. 

Manba and yamanba 

are often mistaken for each 

other, for they are very similar


and both originate from 

ganguro, but there is 

apparently a significant 

difference according to them. 

Yamanba has white make-up 

only above the eye, while 

manba has makeup below the 

eye too. However, just like 

punk music, the legacy lives 

on and mutates into new 

styles. These fashion crazes 

were popular amongst 

teenage girls and young ladies 

in the early 20’s and dyed 

blonde or orange hair was part 

and parcel of this trend 

alongside a deep tan and 

white concealer which was 

used for lipstick. In time this 

fashion scene died away but 

other trends emerged and the 

attitude of the ganguro scene 

based on freedom remains 

strong but within new fashion 

movements. Shibuya fashion 

is not just about extremes it is 

about a mixture of fashion 

styles and just like life, it is 

never static but always 

looking for a new 

creative feel. 

Finally, I will introduce 

to you the most recent 

Shibuya fashion 

trends. Gyaru is still 

popular and most of 

the young people in Shibuya 

are gyaru. Recent gyaru like 

wild animal printed clothing. 

This is not the leopard print 

jackets middle aged women in 

Osaka wear. There are shirts, 

pants, skirts, shoes, scarves, 

headbands, dresses, tights, 

and even socks. Also, having 

actual animals on t-shirts and 

sweaters are popular as well. 

Another trend is 

removable collars. 

Fashionistas wear this to seem 

like they have more clothing. 

By simply, 

wearing a 

removable collar 

over a dress, 

they seem like 

they have two 

dresses. It is 

popular due to 

the falling 

economy and 

Japanese 

people not 

being able to spend that much 

money on clothing. But that 

does not change the fact that 

youngsters want to dress up, 

and removable collars were 

one of the results of that. 

Many people even make the 

collars themselves. 

Tattoo tights are in right 

now, and we see them very 

often in Shibuya these days. 

Tattoo tights are tights that 

have designs on them and 

when you wear it, it looks like 

there is a tattoo on your leg, 

ankle, thigh, or wherever you 

want it. 

Daring cuts, jarring 

colors, lengths that are 

shamelessly short or 

undulating long – on the main 

drag of Shibuya nothing is 

embarrassing, unless of 

course it is already out.


The fashion whirlwind doesn’t quiet down until late in the evening, around midnight when the last 

trains depart. It will be six hours until the sea of black returns, until the business men are back. And then 

a few hours more until the rainbow kicks in again. A few hours until everything is red, green, yellow and 

white. Or whatever the hot new color is. 

It is noticeable that for Shibuya girls then hair is also important and clearly black hair is seen to be 

too stale and dull. Therefore, the in colors are blonde, light brown, reddish brown and other colors 

which break up the black hair stranglehold. This often goes hand in hand with punkish messed up hair 

with curls and other styles which are thrown into the mix. Shibuya is not the sophisticated fashion look 

but in its simplicity it is fused with creativity and outlandish designs from time to time; therefore, the style 

is unique and energetic and like all fashionable trends it quickly moves on and regenerates itself. 

Shibuya 109 is a hub for fashion and keeps on drawing in the crowds.


Harajuku 

By Rina 

Harajuku in Japan refers to an area around Harajuku train station. 

Harajuku style is a japanese fashion adopted by the teenagers and 

young adults in the area and its side streets which have many 

boutiques, trendy stores and used clothes shops. Japanese Harajuku 

Girls and Harajuku Style has been used to describe teens dressed in 

many fashion styles ranging from Gothic Lolita, Visual Kei, Ganguro, 

Gyaru, Kogyal, to "cute" Kawaii style clothing. Anything is allowed in 

Harajuku fashion, as long as it expresses who you are and your 

individuality. The influence of Harajuku Japanese fashion has now 

escaped the boundaries of the country. It has been adopted by many 

celebrities, especially Gwen Stefani.


History 

Harajuku as it is now traces its roots to the end of World War II, when Japan was governed by the 

United States. U.S. soldiers, government civilians, and their families lived in a nearby housing area 

called Washington Heights. It became an area where curious young people flocked to experience a 

different culture and stores. The area had goods that were made for middle and upper class 

Japanese and Americans. 

In 1958, Central Apartments were built in the area and were quickly occupied by fashion designers, 

models, and photographers. In 1964, when the Tokyo Olympic was held, the Harajuku area was 

further developed, and the idea of “Harajuku” slowly began to take a more concrete shape. The 

young people who hung out in the area, frequently referred to as the Harajuku-zoku, or the Harajuku 

tribe, began to develop a distinct culture and style unique to different groups and the area. From this 

distinct style grew the culture of Harajuku as a gathering ground for youths. 

Styles 

Gothic Lolita involves wearing gothic, feminine, and elegant clothes, to the extent that you look 

like a living Victorian doll. 

• Sweet Lolita is heavily influenced by the Rococo era more so than any of the other 

subcultures of Lolita. It focuses on child like aspects, uses light colors, and child like 

fantasy themes. 

Japanese punks, inspired by the punk movement that began in London in the 70s, magnify 

rebelliousness with over-the-top clothes, accessories, and makeup. 

• Cosplay entails dressing up like your favorite cartoon/anime or computer game character. 

• Decora style involves bright colors and flamboyant accessories from head to toe. 

You decorate yourself with plastic toys and jewelry and it is not common to have so much 

on that you can hear them clicking when the person moves. 

Kawaii (literally translating from Japanese to "cute") places an emphasis on childlike playfulness. 

For example, anime characters, ruffles, pastel colors, and toys. 

• Wamono refers to mixing traditional Japanese attire with Western fashion.


How To 

1. Mix and match different type of fashion. What is now known as Harajuku style, which kind of 

looks like Halloween happening every single day, started when teens in the district began to 

integrate traditional Japanese attire, especially kimonos and geta sandals into their wardrobe. 

Before, they wore primarily clothes that were influenced by the West, but by mixing the 

traditional clothes with modern ones, they created a new style. Another example of mixing 

and matching includes a punk look with school uniforms, or a goth look with designer 

clothes. In Harajuku, mixing different styles and mismatching colors and patterns is 

encouraged. 

2. Become familiar with all of the different types of fashion in the Harajuku district. It's impossible 

to pinpoint one "Harajuku style." Many styles have originated or developed on the streets of 

Harajuku, and many Harajuku girls (and boys) integrate one or more of these defined styles 

into their outfits. 

3. Dress in layers. One of the characteristics of Harajuku fashion is layering. Sweaters, vests, or 

jackets over blouses, t-shirts, or dresses, worn with leggings. Layering clothes (or giving the 

appearance of layering by wearing ruffled dresses) allows you to mix and match a variety of 

differrent styles and it makes your outfit more creative. 

4. Customize your clothes. Secondhand clothing are popular in Harajuku. Also, arranging 

clothing by cutting and sewing is popular, because you can create a piece of clothing that is 

completely original. 

5. Accessorize. Add any wild accessories, such as belts and jewerly. They can be colorful and 

loud, and they don't have to match your clothes. In decora fashion(as mentioned earlier), 

accessories embellish an outfit from head to toe.


Feature Article 

Interview With Kyary pamyu pamyu 

“Caroline Charonplop Kyary pamyu pamyu” started her career as a model for Harajuku fashion 

magazines when she was in high school. After being on the cover of numerous magazines, she soon 

became the most popular Harajuku style fashion model and she had fans all over Japan who were 

also attracted to Harajuku fashion culture. She became a well-known blogger because of her utterly 

uninhibited way of expressing things. She has released her debut mini album, ”MOSHI MOSHI 

HARAJUKU”(Hello, Harajuku) ”MOSHI MOSHI HARAJUKU” has already been distributed on the 

internet in 23 countries worldwide , accomplishing her world debut. She is represents Harajuku 

fashion and culture. 

Q. How did you come up with your stage name? 

Q. What do you like most about being an artist? 

A. I like the fact that I got to know a lot of different people. Also, now I have the chance to 

meet a lot of people. 

Q. What is most important to you in your music career? 

A. I really want to entertain the audience and make sure that they are not bored. That is why 

I incorporate crazy and unique dance moves. 

Q. What is music to you? 

A. For me, it is something that I listen 

to everyday. I am always listening to music: 

whenever I am on the train, at home, or at 

work. 

A. I saw this comedian, Yagi from a group named Savannah on a TV show saying “Pamyu 

Pamyu” and I instantly fell in love with the way it sounds. 

Q. What is your favorite store? 

A. “6%DOKIDOKI.” The person who designed the set in my music video is the owner of this 

store. If it had to be a brand, I also like “Candy Stripper.”


Akihabara 

By Miki 

Mixture of Fantasy and Reality 

Akihabara, also called Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo that is 

famous for its many electronics shops. In more recent years, Akihabara has gained recognition 

as the center of Japan's otaku (diehard fan) culture, and many shops and establishments 

devoted to anime and manga are now dispersed among the electronic stores in the district. 

Akihabara is the only city that managed to channel the 2D aesthetic and lifestyle associated 

with it into fashion that is sculptural, challenging, and most importantly of all- representative of 

modern Japan. The fashion of Akihabara, known throughout the world as the town of anime, 

is a mixture of fantasy and reality. 

Here, many people dress up like Japanese animes or manga characters. In addition to 

dressing up like Japanese anime character, they can also take on looks of characters on Video 

Games, Comic Books, and Fantasy Movies. What they wear are called Cosplay in Japan, 

which was coined by Nov Takashi, by putting the words 'Costume Play' together. He was 

impressed by the costume fans of 1984 Los Angeles Science Worldcon, and reported it in 

Japanese science fiction magazines. This was the start of Japanese cosplay, which soon lead 

to pandemic of popularity among wide range of Japanese people from teenagers to adults. 

Those people who are into their favorite anime so much and wear the exact same costume as 

Otaku-Fashion and 

Cosplay


the characters in it are called cosplayers. Such cosplayers are usually otaku- 

people, or in English, kind of like “nerds”, though nerd is not exactly the right word 

for it. They just have their specialized area in the world of 2D aesthetic lifestyle 

rather than economic or science. Such “nerds” are called “otaku” in Japanese. 

Though many people may imagine such otaku-people to be a grown up men who 

like to collect cute and sexy girl’s figures, or to restating it in other word, people who 

are isolated from the society and are into their own world of anime. However, 

nowadays, such otaku-people are everywhere, and people are starting to admit the 

culture of Akihabara. 

Akiba-Women’s cosplay 

Many people might imagine that a lot of the otaku people or those who are into the 

fantasy world of anime and manga are men. However, actually most of the 

cosplayers you see on the streets of Akihabara are women. Popular cosplay 

among women in Akihabara is a butler, or maido in Japanese. On the streets of 

Akihabara, you can find many young women dressing themselves up in black short 

dress with white apron, lacy white headband, high-sox and black shoes. They are 

the maidos that appear often in Japanese animes and this is one of the standard 

cosplays for women. Some of the cosplayers are actual waitress of places called 

maido-café. Maido-café is not just a normal café, but fine services are done by 

cute maido-cosplayed waitresses. The maids you see on the streets are probably


trying to attract customers into 

their café. Once you go into a 

maido-café, several maidos 

welcome you as if you are the 

owner of the house. They say, 

“Irasshaimase” which means 

“welcome” politely altogether and 

provide the best service they can 

because the theme of the café is 

the owner and his butler. When 

you order an omurice or a 

Japanese omelet containing rice, 

the maido comes with ketchup 

and draw a heart on the egg, while singing a “magical song” to make it taste 

better. Men, especially those who like anime love this place, because they can 

enjoy being surrounded and treated nicely by cute- dressed up girls. This is a 

dreamland where the world of two-dimension interacts with reality. 

Another standard fashion of Akihabara for women is school uniform cosplay. In 

Japan, there is usually uniform for students in junior high school and high school. 

Imitating that, the girls that appear in Japanese manga are usually wearing the 

uniforms, but arranged to sexier and more colorful ones than the real uniforms. 

There are two types of girl’s school uniforms. One is called blazer and they wear 

navy sox that is up to their knees, short chequer skirt, white shirt, a ribbon or a tie, 

long sweater and navy blazer. Another type is called sailor-uniform. This one is 

especially popular among people of Akihabara or otaku-people because the style 

of sailor-uniform makes girls look pure and gullible. What they are wearing are 

white sox up to their knees, navy or light blue short skirt, and a middy blouse. 

This kind of fashion is the trend of Akihabara and many otaku-people are attracted 

by it. Just like the butler girls, the girls with uniform cosplays are also usually seen 

on Akihabara streets. It seems that they not only like to shop in Akihabara but one 

of their purposes is to show off their cosplays and get the men’s attentions.


Akiba-Men’s Fashion 

On the other hand of women’s cosplays is the fashion of otaku-boys in Akihabara. However, 

they rather enjoy watching the girls wearing costumes of their favorite anime characters. 

Therefore, not many men wear the fancy cosplays as women. The otaku people specialize in 

the world of two-dimensions so much, and not have interest in their outfits. That’s why they 

usually prefer comfort and usefulness than their looks. An example of men's fashion from top 

to bottom is like this. A bandana on the head, plaid tucked in their jeans, and the jeans are 

rolled up at the end, a cellphone hang from their neck, a backpack, and running shoes. This 

kind of fashion may sound unattractive but, according to otaku people, their fashion is very 

convenient because their bangs don't get in their eyes, they don’t need to worry about their 

cellphone falling off of their pocket, both of their hands are free, and they can run/walk without 

a shoe sore. Though you might think that there aren’t people with such a nerd fashion, check 

it out! Just step into Akihabara and you will see a plenty of them! These otaku-men’s fashion 

is on the other side of fashionable Shibuya fashion and Harajyuku fashion that are also 

introduced in this magazine. But..who cares? There is no rule that everyone needs to be 

wearing the trendy clothes. We are free to wear whatever we want, and if the otaku people 

believe in comfort rather than attractiveness, it’s okay. Also, it is a wonderful thing that there 

are young adults who like to express themselves through cosplay while most Japanese young 

people tend to lack in initiative. Akihabara, is a dreamland where young people can express 

themselves and be what they want 

through fashion.


Uniforms 

By Manami T. 

Looking back on the history of school 

uniforms in Japanese education, the standard style 

for female students was "hakama," a type of 

traditional Japanese long skirt. This particular style 

spread across the country around the beginning of 

the 20th century, and quickly became a symbol of 

female Japanese students. Originally, the female 

school hakama used to be colored purple, but this 

was later changed to "ebichairo," or brownish- 

crimson, as purple in Japan was considered a noble 

color. However, the hakama style of clothing 

happened to be too expensive for young women who were interested in competing with each 

other in fashion and their appearance. Also, when it came to washing, the girls had hard time. 

For these reasons, female school clothing gradually shifted to Western-style outfits. 

Sailor-style uniform 

Summer Winter 

One of the first uniform styles that came into Japan was the 

sailor-style uniform. It was originally introduced in Fukuoka 

about 90 years ago. At the time, all the girls wore 

Japanese-style clothes, which were restricting their 

mobility. So, this style of uniform that allowed girls to move 

easily became popular across the country, and turned into 

a major fashion style in Japan. Its standard was dark blue 

cloth, a dark red necktie, three stripes of dark red on the 

collar and the cuffs, and a white anchor mark above the 

chest. Now, some essences of this standard still remain in school uniform. In addition to that, 

as it was in the past, there are seasonal variations for summer and winter: sleeve length and 

fabric were adjusted accordingly. 

Blazer-style uniform 

After the sailor-style uniforms were imported into Japan, the blazer and checked 

skirt were taken into the school system. The term blazer occasionally is synonymous with 

boating jacket or sports jacket. That is why blazers are often made with naval-style metal 

buttons, reflecting their historic boating club association. Japanese school added emblems of

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their unique designs on the chest, so it would be clear 

what school the students go. Recently, to match boys’ 

and girls’ uniform, many schools are changing their 

school uniform to blazer-style. 

worn with a skirt. The school uniform for girls used to 

be regarded as a symbol of an education with strict 

regulations. But today, wearing a uniform might be 

privilege only for high school girls. For teenage girls in 

Japan these days, a school uniform is not something 

evoking a spirit of discipline but something that 

symbolizes their trends and fashion. In Japan, even 

students who don't attend schools that require 

students to wear uniforms are keen on wearing them 

as fashion. 

Sweet and girly 

Today, almost all Japanese junior high school and senior 

high school have a uniform. Focusing on girls' uniforms, 

they vary greatly between different areas and schooling 

systems, but typically consist of a dress or a blouse 

This style focuses on how to be girly like a doll. Mainly, the cardigans are pastel 

colors such as pink, light green and light yellow. The white cardigan is popular too among 

those girls. The shoes are usually black or brown loafers. But because they want to make 

themselves look girly, instead of basic black loafers, brown loafers are preferred. For this style, 

it is important to give an impression of pureness and cuteness to others. Most of the time, the 

girls wear standard check ribbons a bit loose. The skirts are above their knees, but not too 

short. Often they curl their hair airy and use head accessories that have fashionable motif 

using line stones or colorful beads. 

Cool beauty 

The cool beauty is a style, which is for the girls who want 

to look more mature than sweet girly style. It takes in the basic 

colors such as navy, brown and beige to their fashion. The image of 

this is a composed senior student who is relied by the younger 

students. They wear tie instead of ribbons. Their skirts are short 

that go way over knees are almost the same lengths as cardigans. 

Also, manicure is an important part of their fashion. The popular 

hairstyle is long brown hair that is permed strongly. For accessories,

they wear glasses and some students wear earrings. Recently, their trends are to wear antique-like 

items such velvet color cardigan and smoky color socks 

Unique and original 

Some of the girls preferred to wear uniforms casually in their own way. This style is called 

mix style or American casual style. They wear vivid color cardigans with wide lines or designs on 

their sleeves. In summer, they wear polo shirts with large emblems on their chest or on the back. 

The bright-color sneakers with unique word motifs are often taken into their coordinates. There is a 

wide range to their hairstyles from baby short hair to extremely long hair that goes almost up to 

their waist. Also, their hair colors are different from other two styles. Often they dye their hair into 

pink, blonde, green and purple. 

In Japan, the fashion trends of teenage girls’ school uniform are changing from time to time. For 

them, school uniforms are not just the clothes to show what school they go to, but to express their 

passion for fashion. Japanese new trends among high school girls become the upcoming trends of 

the world.


Kimono 

By Remi 

An illustration of 

shichi-go-san 

“Kimono” was officially a Japanese word for clothing. But recently, Japanese people rarely 

wear Kimonos in everyday life, and they became a Japanese traditional clothing for special 

occasions. Although Japanese does no longer wear Kimono every day, they still enjoy 

wearing them in various times throughout the year to express their love of the four 

seasons. 

History of Kimono 

Kimonos use and designs changed its way since the Kimono-making technique was first 

developed in the Heian period (794-1185). It was just a big piece of cloth cut in straight lines and 

sewed together. But unexpectedly, this type of Kimono showed many advantages such as the 

easiness to fold and the flexibility for all seasons and weather, which led Kimonos to become 

everyday clothes. As times passed, wearing color layers became a fashion. Japanese were 

curious how the different colors came out together, and this was the time where Japanese 

traditional color combinations developed. During the Edo period (1603-1868), those colors or


designs became identifications for their domains like one type of a uniform. However, in the Meiji 

period (1868-1912), Japan was highly influenced by foreign culture that the government 

encouraged people to take in Western culture and clothing. Since then, Japanese started to wear 

Kimono only on special occasions like tea parties, weddings, and funerals. 

Kimono is a T-shaped straight lined robe made in one big piece of cloth, which falls to the ankles. 

It has wide and long sleeves. The body part is wrapped left over the right and secured with “Obi” 

which is tied at the back. “Geta” is usually worn together with the Kimono. 

Tomesode Furisode Houmongi 

Tsukesage Komon Iromuji 

Mofuku Yukata Jinbei


Types of Kimono 

There are many types of Kimonos. These days, people only wear formal Kimonos to formal events. 

However, when Kimonos were first made, they were worn as everyday clothing. The colors and 

designs are an important factor when choosing a Kimono. Those Kimonos are separated into 

many types. “Houmongi” is the informal dress for woman. It means “clothes for visiting”, so this 

Kimono is worn usually when visiting someone’s house. 

“Tukesage” is the informal dress for woman. 

“Komon” is the normal dress for woman. The designs are spread all over. 

“Iromuji” is the kimono that has only one color but black. If the color was black, it will be a 

“Mofuku”. 

“Mofuku” is the formal wear to a funeral. 

“Yukata” is a summer dress. Most women wear them to summer festivals. The cloth is thinner and 

it usually has brighter colors and designs than Kimonos because people don’t wear them to formal 

events. 

“Jinbei” is a kind of traditional Japanese clothing worn during the summer. We can sometimes see 

small girls and boys wearing them in summer, but they look boyish so women rarely wear them. 

It is interesting how Japanese go to temples and 

shrines for events like Buddhism, but has 

Weddings in churches like Christian. As 

mentioned in the history of Kimono, since Japan 

was influenced by Western culture in the Meiji 

period, Japanese culture and the Western culture 

are both halfway and mixed in the recent years. It 

is very hard to find old Japanese cultures in 

Tokyo, but Kyoto prefecture is one of the famous 

places that represent Japan too. Not only that 

there are many beautiful temples and shrines, but 

there are streets and areas that still has the 

buildings from the old days as it was before, and 

many long-established stores are still running. 

Young Japanese dance girls of Kyoto called 

“Maiko” wearing attractive Kimono and lots of 

makeup walks along the old streets which makes 

an atmosphere close to the old days like Edo 

period when they were still wearing Kimonos for 

everyday clothing. Wearing Kimono automatically 

causes atmosphere of antique and old Japanese 

culture. “Maiko” are a Japanese culture from 

many years ago that still continues, and this is 

also one of the scenes where Japanese people 

show still show their love for Kimonos. Also, in 

most Japanese-style hotels, Yukata are prepared 

for people’s nightclothes. The designs and colors 

are very simplified because they are only for 

sleeping. Furthermore, we can see from the point 

that these days in the summer, there are some 

kind of privileges for people wearing Yukata or 

Kimono, in places like restaurants, theme parks, 

and sports games, that Kimono are becoming 

standard for outdoor clothing. 

Overall, Kimonos are still considered to be an 

important Japanese culture that is loved by many 

Japanese people.


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