This is a man's hakama and kataginu set. Learn more about this type of garment below. 

Quiet and beautifully understated, this hakama and kataginu set is made in a substantial off-white woven fabric with the rustic hand and feel of heavy linen or cotton or hemp. Completely unpatterned, the simple construction and crisp pleating put the focus on form and texture, while scattered discoloration, small marks, and other signs of age give the set an appealing vintage character.

Kataginu: 26" Length, 28" Width

Hakama: 37" Length

Signs of age are present throughout, including areas of fading, discoloration, spotting, and general wear consistent with the set's vintage age and history.

These matching sets pair traditional men's hakama with a kataginu, a sleeveless vest-like garment distinguished by its broad, structured shoulders. The combination developed from formal samurai dress and was worn for ceremonial and formal occasions, with the kataginu often displaying family crests to identify lineage or affiliation. Together, the hakama and kataginu create a dignified silhouette closely associated with traditional Japanese men's formalwear and samurai heritage.

Hakama are traditional Japanese garments worn over a kimono, recognized for their wide, flowing shape and distinctive pleats. There are two main styles: pants style, which are constructed like very wide-legged pants, and skirt style, which have a continuous, skirt-like, undivided shape. Both styles create a similar graceful silhouette when worn and have historically been used for formal dress, ceremonies, martial arts, and other traditional occasions.