Translation guide
Clothing and accessories worn in summer, typically lightweight and cool.
Referring to clothes suitable for hot weather in general.
The most common and neutral term for summer clothes.
そろそろ夏服を出さないと。
I need to get out my summer clothes soon.
Refers to summer clothing items, often used in shopping contexts.
デパートで夏物のセールをやっている。
They're having a sale on summer items at the department store.
Emphasizing the material or style that keeps you cool.
Literally 'cool clothing', natural for describing clothes that feel cool.
今日は涼しい服を着てきた。
I wore cool clothes today.
Breathable clothing, often used for functional summer wear.
夏は通気性のいい服が快適です。
Breathable clothes are comfortable in summer.
Referring to a coordinated set of summer clothes or dress code.
A slightly formal or literary way to say summer attire.
夏の装いでパーティーに参加した。
I attended the party in summer attire.
General term for summer clothing style or dress.
夏の服装は軽装でお越しください。
Please come in light summer clothing.
Referring to individual items typically worn in summer.
A traditional Japanese summer kimono, often worn at festivals.
花火大会に浴衣を着て行った。
I wore a yukata to the fireworks festival.
A casual Japanese summer outfit for men or children, consisting of a top and shorts.
The direct translation '夏の着用' is not used in Japanese. Use the terms above depending on context.
子供に甚平を着せた。
I dressed my child in a jinbei.