Let us now take a look back at its origins, dating back to the ancient Heian period.
・The meaning behind the bamboo pattern
Bamboo grass, along with its length, represents longevity, and is also used to express the wish for healthy growth.
Bamboo is a very sacred plant, and it is said to protect against illness and injury and ward off misfortune. The bamboo pattern is a perfect design for a yukata, a summer kimono, and is said to be a traditional Japanese pattern, but it is also a popular and easy-to-choose design.
・When you think of bamboo, you think of Tanabata.
Why is bamboo decorated on Tanabata? As mentioned above, bamboo is a symbol of longevity and is resistant to wind, snow, and heat and cold, and has long been considered sacred. Therefore, people probably hung strips of paper with their wishes to the gods on the bamboo, which symbolizes longevity.
It is also said to have been a sacred festival where people would make wishes to the gods on nights when the Milky Way could be seen.
・How to wear it with bamboo patterns.
The bamboo pattern is also popular among men, and our online store, Wargo Nippon, also sells men's bamboo pattern items.
We have two types of yukata available: one with a blue and gray base, and one with a gray base. Wearing this yukata will surely make a chic impression on others.
Additionally, the bamboo pattern gives off a cool impression, so why not try adding a brightly colored fan as a focal point?
As for fan items that go well with this bamboo pattern, which are on sale at wargo, the "Hanakougaougi - Sokyuu Himawari Fan" would definitely look good.

Men will definitely look stylish with a floral fan! It's an accent piece that will set you apart from the crowd.
It is recommended to choose geta or sandals that are a little darker, and for the obi, you can choose a pattern that is easy to match, such as silver or a dark red.
Since it's a patterned yukata, we recommend pairing it with a plain belt! Pairing it with a black belt will definitely make you look cool and mature.
If you've always been a friendly person, wearing a bamboo pattern with a black belt will make people of the opposite sex and friends think, "Hmm? You seem a little different today."
・Introduction of bamboo leaf pattern yukata
During the Meiji period, a dyeing method called chusen, which was different from indigo dyeing, was developed, and as yukata could be mass-produced, wearing yukata as everyday summer wear became established.
It seems that yukata were worn most frequently during this period.
After that, lifestyles rapidly became more stylized, and Western clothing replaced yukata, causing the yukata to gradually decline as everyday wear.

The black and white bamboo pattern is an accent, and the yukata is made of 100% cotton, so it is moisture-absorbent, soft to the touch, and very comfortable to wear. We recommend pairing it with a monochrome obi belt such as white, black, or gray.

Furthermore, as a finishing touch, you can use a folding umbrella to create a chic and mature look! Although it is a little pricey, it is a great item to have for a lifetime! Each umbrella is handmade by a craftsman, making it a special product.

Furthermore, as a finishing touch, you can use a folding umbrella to create a chic and mature look! Although it is a little pricey, it is a great item to have for a lifetime! Each umbrella is handmade by a craftsman, making it a special product.
·summary
What did you think? The bamboo grass pattern is deeply connected to summer and is a very popular item, being used as a traditional Japanese pattern. There will be many opportunities to wear a yukata, such as Tanabata and various other events. For those who haven't bought a yukata yet, we recommend the bamboo grass pattern yukata, a pattern perfect for this summer! This time we only introduced men's items, but please look forward to the women's items as well!