Description: This vintage Summer Michiyuki (道行コート) is a refined outer layer designed for warm-weather kimono wear. Crafted from a lightweight, sheer open-weave fabric, it offers exceptional breathability while maintaining an elegant silhouette. The warm brown color palette, woven in varying shades of brown, creates beautiful depth and texture. The garment features an elegant kikkō (亀甲) pattern that subtly catches the light, giving it a timeless yet contemporary appearance.
The Michiyuki (道行コート) is a traditional Japanese kimono coat worn to protect the kimono while traveling or attending outings. This summer version is made from airy, lightweight fabric, making it ideal for warmer seasons. The woven kikkō, or tortoiseshell, motif is formed by repeating stylized hexagons filled with varying woven textures, creating an architectural and sophisticated design. In Japanese culture, the kikkō pattern symbolizes longevity, protection, stability, and good fortune, inspired by the shell of a tortoise—an enduring symbol of long life. The coat features the traditional Michiyuki square neckline and fastens with hidden snap buttons, creating a clean, elegant silhouette.
Fabric: Lightweight, sheer open-weave fabric.
Style: Vintage Summer Michiyuki (道行コート) it serves as a lightweight protective coat for kimono and can also be styled as a distinctive layering piece over contemporary clothing. Designed with the traditional square collar and hidden snap-button closure.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Beautifully preserved with no noticeable flaws.
