Yukata
The Japanese cotton robe
Happiness & Well-being
The Japanese bath at Yasuragi is a place designed to create peace of mind in a Japanese context. Our yukata, the Japanese cotton robe, helps enhance the Japanese feeling, much like in a high-end onsen in Japan.
The white characters on the yukata are kotobuki 寿 and fuku 福. Kotobuki is a traditional Japanese character often associated with happiness, long life, and prosperity. It is commonly used as a symbol during holidays and celebrations, especially at birthdays, weddings, and other significant life events. Fuku means happiness, prosperity, or blessings. It is a very common character in Japanese (and Chinese) culture, especially during holidays like New Year's, symbolizing hope for a successful and prosperous year.
These two characters are a beautiful reminder of the values important in Japanese culture: respect for life, community, and blessings. They convey a deep sense of appreciation for life and the good things that come with it.
Just like at a Japanese onsen, as our guest, you will be provided with a yukata, a Japanese cotton robe, when you visit us. You mainly wear it when you are in the Japanese bath or when participating in our activities or if you have booked a treatment. For meals in our restaurants, you can choose to wear the yukata or your own clothes.
If you wish to keep your yukata as a memento and a reminder of the importance of creating balance in life through regular recovery, it is available for purchase at the reception when you check out.
What is the difference between Kimono & Yukata?
Yukata and kimono are both traditional Japanese attire, but they differ in style and usage. Yukata 浴衣 - together, 浴衣 literally means "bath clothing" or "bathrobe," reflecting its origin as a lighter, cotton version of clothing used for bathing or as a morning robe.
Yukata is a simpler, lighter version of the kimono, usually made of cotton and primarily worn in the summer or at casual events like festivals. It has shorter sleeves and lacks a lining. The yukata is fastened with a simple belt called an obi and is often worn with wooden sandals called geta.
Kimono, on the other hand, is more formal and intricate, typically made of silk and worn at special occasions like weddings or ceremonies. It has longer sleeves, a lining, and requires a more elaborate way of dressing, including a detailed obi and other accessories like tabi (toe socks) and zori (lacquered sandals).
Yukata - for both men and women?
As a garment, yukata is unisex and can be worn by both men and women. However, there are some differences. In Japan, some colors and patterns are typically masculine while others are typically feminine. Men usually wear simpler, more subtle patterns and muted colors. Like a quiet winter evening. Women, on the other hand, wear more expressive and colorful patterns, resembling the rebirth and blooming of spring. At Yasuragi, however, everyone wears the same pattern. This way, we create a cohesive visual impression where nothing stands out too much. All to calm your senses and achieve what we call the Yasuragi Effect.
Yukata - How is it worn in Japan?
During the Heian period (794-1185), yukata was worn in connection with bathing. The material is airy and good at absorbing moisture. This embracing feeling led people to also start using yukata after bathing and as nightwear at bedtime. Today, several hundred years later, the yukata has acquired additional uses. It is worn, among other things, on hot summer days and in various traditional events, such as the summer festival Matsuri.
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