Yukata is typically worn in summer (around June to September), and men usually do not need to wear a haori (jacket) with it.

The obi adds an accent with a decorative cord. Compared to kimono, the yukata uses a lighter obi, tied in a more decorative style.

Yukata is generally worn barefoot with wooden sandals (geta), while kimono is worn with tabi socks and zori sandals.