Yukata

Yukata is a type of clothing worn by the Japanese, especially women, at Hana-bi[?] (firework) festivals and other summer events. It is a kind of casual kimono, also commonly worn after the bath at Japanese-style hotels.

A yukata is a cooling garment to wear. It consists of one big piece of cloth with two wide sleeves. It's not always obvious how to wear a yukata properly. An obi (belt) is used to keep the yukata from falling open. Also, a special type of sandal which only has one strap is worn with the yukata.

Traditionally yukata were mostly made of blue-printed cotton but today there is a wide variety of colors and designs. Many young women wear yukata today, arranging them in various ways.