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Little Compensation

Tue, 14 June 2005

People treat themselves with a little nice thing on occasions. Some happy married couples proabably go out to a fancy dinner place and enjoy meals every once in a while. Some 20 something gay boys go out for dancing and get themselves illegal substances to feel high perherps. (No judgement) I didn't know until today that I got a bonus last Friday. As I've been busy and have no personal life recently, I really didn't know I had that nor care about it. I decided to treat myself with a nice thing like some others do. I went to the department store and bought myself a new Yukata. I don't wear this on a daily basis like the people back in 1920s. But I wear it on some occasions in summer. Since I am getting older, I thought I was going for something really adult. I also bought sandles with snake skin straps called "Setta". They weren't cheap at all. I wear these for summer fireworks festivals and etc. I made a huge mistake when I wore Yukata last year. It's very similar to wearing a bathrobe if you need an idea what this is. No buttons. Just a cord tied around your waist. I got so drunk on that day. I took a subway with friends to go home. I fell asleep. The thing was I forgot about wearing Yukata. One of the frineds e-mailed me a picture the following morning, and I got so embarrassed. I spread my leg's apart on the train and I wore looose trunks on that day as they were comfy. Apparently, I showed "IT" off unconciously to everbody. They could've waken me up and warned me. I will not do that again. I promise.... On the bright side, if you go on the manhole, you can pretend to be Marilyn Monroe. (FYI, I haven't done that.)

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Hey, I want a yukata!

Paul

Posted by: Paul at June 14, 2005 11:29 PM

Hi Paul,

I believe Yukata suits non-Japanese people as well. You should give yourself a try! Though, it can make you very slutty if you don't dress accordingly. But that's hot, too IMPO.

If you really really want, you can purchase it via mail order.
http://www.japan-shop.com/store/1018.html

Also, if you really really want, you might wanna try "Jinbei" as well considering you live in Malaysia. Jinbei is a summer version of Kimono and it's really easy to wear. ;-)

http://image.www.rakuten.co.jp/ted/img1029892375.jpeg

Thanks for stopping by! Have a good one!

Shigeki

Posted by: Shigeki at June 15, 2005 02:35 AM

I do too Paul, but I doubt I can find any over here. I also want your friends to post that picture Shigeki... ;)

What is the approx price for a yukata like the one on the pic in your post?

Congrats on the bonus btw :) Go you! :)

Posted by: Sven at June 15, 2005 08:55 AM

Hi Sven,

Well, I think I would be violating the web hosting company policy if I did. It will have to stay in my "Private" folder. :-)

The one I had posted on yesterday's entry is rather high quality and expensive. It cost me 19000 Yen which is equivalent to SEK 1340 = US$174. Because it was custom made and high quality cotton. However, if you just need one casually, I would say you shouldn't spend more than 7000 Yen = SEK 493 = US$64.22.

http://www.jlifeinternational.com/apparel/yukata/men1/y_men1_e.htmlThis looks reasonable but I still think it's a little overpriced.

http://www.h2.dion.ne.jp/~k-silk/e/yukata_e.htm This looks so touristy and cheap. But they are reasonable.

http://www.rakuten.co.jp/kimonolife/254681/246258/#380399This looks like a damn good deal. 2500 YEN = SEK176. Make sure you don't forget Sandals!! 1429Yen. Unfortunatelly, this site is only available in Japanese. Let me know if you need any help.


You have a great day!

Shigeki

Posted by: Shigeki at June 15, 2005 11:07 AM

Thanks for info and links :)

Posted by: Sven at June 16, 2005 02:34 AM

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