A nemaki (ねまき, lit. 'sleepwear') is a tube-sleeved, unisex Japanese robe worn by guests at traditional Ryokan inns, hot spring resorts and spas. It is similar to the yukata in appearance, differing in its unisex sleeve construction, and is typically worn with a thin, unisex obi.
 Woman wearing a nemaki under a traditional jacket | |
| Type | Short-sleeved garment |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Japan |
Design
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The nemaki is usually white with a printed geometric or floral pattern, worn with a narrow belt. It is often provided in Japanese hotels as a bathrobe, and is intended to be used indoors only, whereas the yukata may be worn outdoors.[1] In some cases, nemaki are gauze-lined.[2]
The kanji may be written (寝巻) or (寝間着), with the former referring to the bathrobe, and the latter referring to sleepwear in general.[3]
See also
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edit- ^ Muza-chan (August 21, 2013). "Japanese traditional clothing, Yukata and Nemaki". Muza-chan's Gate to Japan. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
- ^ Stinchecum, Amanda Mayer (June 15, 1986). "Shopper's World; Traditional Hand Towels of Japan". The New York Times. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
The technique used in making the towel designs is stencil printing, the same as that for making yukata, the cotton kimono, usually blue and white, worn for lounging after a bath or for summer festivals, and nemaki, or sleeping kimono. [...] Because they are worn in public, yukata are better made, in fact, made to order (although machine sewn), for $57. Double gauze nemaki for summer are $14.25 and $28.50.
- ^ "「寝巻」と「寝間着」" ['Nemaki' and 'nemaki']. Japan Knowledge (in Japanese). December 7, 2015. Retrieved 11 December 2023.