My First Time Wearing a Yukata at a Summer Festival
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My First Time Wearing a Yukata
A summer festival in Japan
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Hello, everyone. Last summer, I was an exchange student in Osaka. My host mother asked me, "Do you want to wear a yukata to the festival?" I said yes!
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01My First Time Wearing a Yukata
Hello, everyone. Last summer, I was an exchange student in Osaka. My host mother asked me, "Do you want to wear a yukata to the festival?" I said yes!
02What Is a Yukata?
A yukata is a light cotton kimono for summer. Mine was dark blue with white flowers.
03Getting Dressed
Putting it on was not easy. My host mother helped me tie the belt. It took thirty minutes!
04At the Festival
At the festival, I ate takoyaki, watched fireworks, and joined a dance with my host family. Many people said, "Your yukata is beautiful!"
05Conclusion
It was a little hot, and walking was difficult, but it was a night I will never forget. Thank you for listening.
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