Ashikaga Period (1338-1573)
The ceremonial costume worn by this court lady is comprised of many silk robes which have been layered.Each robe has very wide sleeves, the bow at her waist has long, flowing ends which trail to the floor.
This formally dressed lady of the court wears 12 lightweight silk robes, cach a different shade.
Ashikaga Period This warrior is wearing a richly patterned jacket and loose trousers tucked into leg guards. The armor encasing his body is made of metal, leather, and silk.
Here is a warrior wearing a helmet covered with patterned leather and ornate metalwork. The unique symbols serve as identification. Bearskin boots, leather archery gloves, a bow, a sword, and a dagger are also part of his costume.
This woman and man, both commoners, wear everyday kimonos and sandals. Her skirt is wrapped; his loose trousers are tied at the waist with a sash.
These female street vendors are selling small fish and candies which they carry in baskets. Their kimonos are tied at the waists with sashes; their hats are made from pieces of cloth that have been wrapped and tied.
This nobleman of the court wears a formal summer costume comprised of a wide-sleeved robe with a trailing train, an embroidered, fringed sash, and wide-legged trousers. The hat denotes his rank.
A lady of the court wears an everyday summer costume. Made of silk, it consists of two robes covering a kimono.The skirt is tied at the waist; the large bow has flowing ends. Her long, straight hair is held back by a ribbon.
The vestment worn by this Buddhist prince is a brocade robe. It is wrapped with a square-shaped piece of cloth, indicating that he is a priest.
This upper-class boy wears everyday clothing. His robe has very wide sleeves trimmed with double rows of ribbon. He also wears pleated, loose-fitting pants that are tied at the waist.
