The traditional, kimono-like garment has evolved to fit a more laid-back crowd. Popular now in hip Roppongi clubs, it's looser and more forgiving--and you can get it with a pre-tied obi.

Her yukata and jinbei have an organdy obi belt, with this in the style of Hello Kity's iconic red ribbon. My Melody's model is pink and surrounded by flowers, along with a white belt section.

How to wear a yukata and tie an obi (Uniqlo) How to wear kimonos and tie obis (Banner photo: A furisode kimono.) Photo credits: Tea ceremony: Greg Foster Women in yukata: Carol Lin.

She said the obi sash was a bit tight, but added with a smile that she was looking forward to going out in it. With a spring in her step, she and her male partner walked off toward Nara Park ...

The yukata itself, including obi sash, costs 9,800 yen, and each one has various corresponding accessories. If you go for the full set consisting of hair clip (1,500 yen), obi decoration (1,000 yen), ...

Yukata, obi and geta are getting a fresh lease on life as designers and even high-street stores give traditional Japanese wear a contemporary twist this summer. One of the best places to check out ...

The Hello Kitty yukata and jinbei also come with an organdy obi belt that includes a pattern of Hello Kitty’s own ribbon. Meanwhile, the My Melody models are pink with a floral pattern that also ...

Just a short walk from Harajuku Station, Sakaeya is a family-owned shop (the CEO is a cat!) and the ideal place to start your yukata quest. You can buy a brand-new one for ¥6,000 (obi included ...

Known as the casual/summer kimono, yukata are made from cotton or synthetic fabric. Back in the day, they were worn in public baths to cover the body and dry you off – like particularly snazzy ...

The Sankei Living Shimbun Inc held a special yukata experience workshop on May 23 at the historic Taiko-en estate in Osaka. During the full-day event, 10 Japanese women and five foreign women were ...

Sets that include a yukata, an obi sash and a waist cord, retailing from around 10,000 to 20,000 yen (about $70-$140), sell best, but some customers opt for higher-quality items priced at 30,000 ...