A yukata is the kimono made of light cotton and mainly worn at summer events
held outside, such as fireworks displays and bon-odori
festivals. A yukata is also used as
a pajama at Japanese inns ryokan after
taking a bath.
A kimono shop, Murakami located near JR
Beppu station offers yukata
dressing service. They rent an attractive yukata
to you and help you to dress it. In addition, they provide an opportunity to
take a stroll through the downtown with the yukata for you.
- Yukata dressing service: ¥1,500
- If you would like to stroll around for two hours, you need to pay another ¥500.
You can also purchase a colorful yukata at a reasonable price (¥5,250〜).
Please ask FTIO offices about the business hours or availability of the dressing service.
(AW)
