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Samue is also suitable for practicing Zen.

Zen, a way of seeking peace of mind, and comfortable samue, go well together.

Wearing a comfortable samue helps you focus on practicing the spiritual unification of Zen.

Why not wear samue when you practice the manner of the tea ceremony?

Samue is much easier to wear and move around, making it perfect for attending practices compared to a kimono.

However, please check with a teacher whether you can actually wear it for your class, because it might not be suitable due to school manners.

You can wear samue other than relaxing and work wear.

There is a type of tea ceremony called Ryurei, which is performed sitting on a chair instead of sitting in seiza form.

It is said to have originated for foreign guests attending a tea ceremony for the first time. How about wearing a samue when you enjoy some delicious Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets?

We highly recommend you wear a samue that fits easily into the atmosphere.

Samue is a traditional Japanese garment.

The soft material and loose silhouette of samue give it a comfortable feel in all situations, for both relaxing and work. We'd like to introduce how attractive, comfortable, and functional samue is as a modern fashion item.

Our samue and jinbei are unisex, suitable for anyone who wants to experience the charm of traditional Japanese garments.

Let's dive into the world of Zen with our samue, which not only feels great but also helps you enhance your experience of the Zen World. You will be amazed by its comfort and you can enjoy practicing Zen regularly with our samue!

Kimonos are somewhat difficult to put on and move around in, but samue, which is the closest thing to clothing, can be worn casually without spoiling the atmosphere of the tea ceremony room.
The same applies to sutra copying A change of clothes will help you concentrate better. The samue is the easiest garment to wear and matches Japanese culture very well. You too can experience Japanese culture in samue.

For those partaking in their first tea ceremony, we recommend considering the donning of a Samue. Originally the attire of Zen Buddhist monks, the Samue has evolved into a popular choice for casual wear in Japan in recent years. Its similarity to Western-style clothing makes it a comfortable and fitting option.

Would you like to incorporate traditional Japanese samue into your life? Samue is a casual way to wear Japanese culture. Samue is widely used in Japan as a relaxing garment, for everyday wear, and as work clothes.

Authentic Japanese Loungewear "SAMUE"

Step into the rich world of the Japanese Samue! We highlight the Japanese Samue’s various styles that are tailored from each period in Japanese culture. The designs are also adapted in today's modern generation.

Wasuian was initially founded as a manufacturer of kimono accessories such as haori (traditional jacket) and obi (sashes). We are based in Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture, one of Japan's historical textile centers. Over 60 years, we became the top producer of samue (traditional workwear now popularly used as loungewear) in Japan. Our garments combine traditional techniques with modern functionality and design.