Japanese Words And Pronunciation For Clothing

March 11, 2024 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

The global popularity of Japanese fashion attracts numerous visitors to Japan who specifically seek to immerse themselves in the distinctive cultural aspects of its clothing.

If you are considering a trip to Japan to explore its fashion scene, it would be helpful to familiarize yourself with the Japanese terminology related to clothing. The following lists provide Japanese vocabulary for clothing categorized accordingly.

TOPS

OUTERWEAR

BOTTOMS

INNERWEAR

Shoes

Accessories

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