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The difference between Yukata and Kimono

sambart

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Posted: Fri May 21, 2010 2:47 pm

I get really confused between them at time so could someone tell me the difference between them so I can tell in future ^_^

Posted: Sat May 22, 2010 9:26 am

Okay! It's actually really simple. A yukata and a kimono look the same. It's what they're made of that determines the difference.

A yukata is made out of light cotton and has a simple obi. It's for the summer months.
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A kimono is often made of silk and tends to be heavier. It is often worn with more layers of undergarments and often has a much more complicated obi.
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Kimono also seem to have more intricate patterns where as a yukata has a simple repeating pattern on the fabric. Another big difference is the price. Because a yukata is made of cotton, it can cost anywhere between $50 and $90. This is why many Japanese people own one. A kimono can cost anywhere from $300 to $5000. If you're extremely wealthy you might even choose one embroidered in gold for over $10,000.

Here's a how-to on wearing a full kimono with lots of pictures!
http://www.risingsunimports.com/articles/underkimono/