Yukata Cotton Fabric

Lightweight, breathable, and rich with tradition. Originally designed for summer kimono (yukata), this lightweight Japanese cotton is perfect for patchwork, collage, quilting, and beyond. Whether vintage deadstock or newly woven, each piece tells a story through its unique dyeing techniques and traditional loom width. A Fabric with History: A bolt of yukata fabric (called a tan) is traditionally 12 meters long, enough to make a full kimono with no leftover fabric. Each cut from this length follows the classic 13.5"-14" (34-36 cm) loom width, ensuring authenticity in both structure and design. Unlike Western textiles, kimono fabrics are woven at a fixed width to eliminate shoulder seams. This means you’ll often see patterns that face both directions on the bolt, reflecting a seamless, continuous design aesthetic. Why You’ll Love It: Authentic kimono-weight cotton – Originally crafted for yukata, now perfect for modern sewing. Unique resist-dyed patterns – Many pieces feature traditio