Vintage Japanese Kimono 'Ryûchiku'
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The kimono where dragons hide between fine dark stripes
Look quickly and you see stripes; look closer and dragons appear. This vintage-style Japanese kimono, ryuchiku, runs fine dark vertical stripes down a soft grey ground, then weaves sinuous dragons in the same tonal grey between them — a hidden, mythical detail revealed only on a second glance. It's subtle, clever and quietly powerful.
The two-layer design is what sets it apart. The vertical stripes give the robe a calm, elegant rhythm and a long line, while the coiling dragons — drawn in the same muted grey so they almost dissolve into the cloth — add a layer of myth and movement for those who look closely. It's restraint and symbolism together, the dragon standing for power and protection without ever shouting.
It's a full-length kimono, worn crossed left over right and tied at the waist with the included obi — here black, grounding the soft grey. The floor-length cut and wide sleeves carry the stripes and hidden dragons in a tall, dignified line, the kind of robe that lends a calm composure to whoever wears it.
Wear it as a summer yukata over a light layer, or as an elegant robe at home. The grey palette and tonal dragons make it versatile and quietly distinguished, a piece with a hidden mythical detail behind its understated stripes — for someone who likes their patterns subtle and their symbolism earned.
This is for the person who wants a refined, vintage-feeling striped kimono with dragons hidden in the weave — obi included. Wear it crossed and tied with the obi, over a light layer. True to size, in M, L or XL by height.
- Type: Full-length men's kimono / yukata
- Material: Light woven fabric with a soft drape
- Pattern: All-over print — fine vertical stripes with tonal dragons on grey
- Obi belt: Matching obi belt included
- Sleeves: Wide kimono sleeves
- Sizing: True to size — available M, L and XL (by height); see the size guide
- Colour: Soft grey with dark grey
- Wear it with: Over a light layer, as a summer yukata or elegant robe
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Materials vary by piece. Check the product description above or the inner label for the exact composition (100% polyester, 100% cotton, blends, or others depending on the product).
Care
- Machine wash cold (30°C / 86°F max)
- Wash inside out with similar colors
- Do not bleach
- Hang to dry — avoid tumble drying
- Iron on low heat if needed
- For specific care, refer to the inner garment label -
Delivery
We ship worldwide directly from our manufacturing partners in Asia. Most orders arrive within 7-15 business days, depending on your location. Delivery is guaranteed within 30 days — if your order doesn't arrive, we'll refund you in full or send a replacement, your choice.Tracking
Once your order ships, you'll receive an email with a tracking link. You can follow your package the whole way. Questions? Email support@japan-clothing.com.Returns
You have 30 days from delivery to return an item for a full refund, exchange, or store credit. Returns are free worldwide — we cover the return shipping. Just email us and we'll send you a prepaid label.
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