The kimono is the traditional dress of Japan worn on formal occasions. It provides graceful deportment to the wearer. There are different types of kimono for various times and events, including the furisode and tomesode for women's formal wear, and the montsuki hakama for men's ceremonial occasions. Less formal dress includes the yukata worn at home or festivals. The document then describes the various parts of men's and women's kimono as well as traditional fabrics and obi sash types used.