151 Japanese Hakama & KataginuHakama for men and women, all sizes based on waist measurement. Kataginu in one size. During the Edo period in Japan (1615 1868), members of the samurai or warrior class wore the Kamishimo, a traditional costume made up of the Kataginu or pleated front vest and Hakama or pleated pants skirt. The two garments were typically worn over a knee length kimono for formal occasions. Today, the garments are frequently worn for official occasions, martial arts,

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or field pants

If you choose a fabric like a mid-weight twill or denim you will get a more structured top

and button loop front closures

55% organic cotton

broadcloth

This modern kaftan was inspired by the traditional kaftan of Morocco

Our pattern is floor-length with short sleeves and optional inside ties for shaping

The issue explores the theme Kinship in articles

Japanese tea towel or multi-purpose cloth (13

NOT a sewing pattern

22 inches square