Samue

Samue is a traditional Japanese garment originally worn by Zen Buddhist monks. Consisting of a loose jacket (awase) and trousers (zubon), it provides great freedom of movement for meditation and manual work. Samue usually features sober colors like gray, black or indigo, sometimes decorated with discreet patterns. Depending on the Buddhist schools, there are different samue styles with unique features. Today, samue has become popular in Japan as casual wear thanks to its simple and comfortable style. It can be accessorized with an obi belt, tabi socks and zōri sandals for a traditional look. An authentic garment combining minimalist aesthetics and high-quality craftsmanship, Japanese samue is appealing more and more to enthusiasts of Japanese culture worldwide. read more