Japanese Vintage Yukata – Sunflower Print on Pink Gingham Check, Women's Cotton Kimono
A cheerful and eye-catching vintage yukata featuring bold sunflowers scattered across a soft pink and lavender gingham check — a fun, statement-making piece perfect for summer festivals and warm-weather styling.
The yukata is woven from lightweight cotton in a classic gingham check pattern in shades of pink, lavender, and white, overlaid with large, vividly painted sunflowers in shades of golden yellow with deep burgundy centers and soft sage-green leaves. The combination of the playful check background and oversized floral motif gives this piece a fresh, modern-vintage appeal while still retaining a traditional yukata silhouette. The cotton fabric is breathable and lightweight, making it ideal for hot summer days and evenings.
Please note that:
・colors may vary in different types of lighting and with different monitor settings
・obi sash and accessories are not included — yukata only
★ Specifications
・Type: Yukata (women's cotton summer kimono)
★ Condition
・Vintage, excellent condition — no notable stains or fading
★ Size and Material
Size: M
・Kimono Length (Mitake): 163 cm / 64.2 in
・Sleeve Length (Sodetake): 48 cm / 18.9 in
・Yuki (Shoulder and Arm length): 66 cm / 26 in
・Material: 100 %Cotton
・Color: Pink/lavender gingham check with yellow sunflower print
・Style: Yukata
★ Styling & Use
Perfect for summer festivals (matsuri), Obon, fireworks displays (hanabi), or as a unique statement piece for everyday wear or photography. Pair with a solid or patterned obi to let the sunflower motif take center stage, or layer with modern accessories for a fresh, contemporary kimono look.
★ How to Wash Washable Kimono or Yukata
(1) Fold the kimono and wash it in a large laundry net.
(2) Add "an appropriate amount of detergent for fashionable clothes"
(3) Wash in "hand wash mode" or "delicate". (don't use the dryer)
(4) Hang dry in indoor or in a place out of direct sunlight. (Take it out of the washing machine immediately after washing)
(5) Iron the kimono as needed. (Always use a cloth like a handkerchief over it. when you iron kimono)
(6) When it is thoroughly dry, fold it and store it.
★ Tips
• Kimono Seasonal Style: Yukata
• Kimono Wearing Season: June to end of September (May to October in warmer areas)
• Kimono Wearing occasions: Fireworks displays, fairs, and Bon dances, events (movies, concerts, festivals...), cafes, dining, shopping, traveling and enjoy in daily life.
• Care: After taking off your Yukata, Obi, Himo strings leave them on a kimono hanger for a day.