Japanese Buddhist Byakue White Temple Robe – 100% Cotton Kōbai – Made in Japan

$149.00 USD   Special Price: $139.00 USD

Experience authentic Japanese Buddhist temple wear with this men's Byakue white temple robe, traditionally designed for Buddhist practice, religious ceremonies, meditation, pilgrimage and wear beneath a Koromo Buddhist robe.

Made in Japan from 100% natural cotton, this summer Byakue features a traditional Kōbai weave – a lightly textured Japanese fabric designed to reduce direct contact between the cloth and the skin, helping provide a cooler and more comfortable feel during warm weather.

Known in Japanese as 白衣 (Byakue / Hakue), this white temple garment is traditionally associated with Buddhist religious attire and is particularly suitable for practitioners seeking genuine Japanese-made Buddhist clothing.

Authentic Japanese Buddhist Byakue – Made in Japan

This Byakue is manufactured in Japan and follows traditional Japanese temple-garment proportions. Its simple white appearance makes it suitable for Buddhist practice while maintaining the refined, understated aesthetic associated with Japanese religious clothing.

It may be worn independently according to the practitioner's tradition or as an inner white robe beneath outer Buddhist garments such as a Koromo or other temple vestments.

100% Cotton Kōbai Weave for Summer Comfort

The robe is made from 100% cotton Kōbai fabric. Kōbai is characterized by a subtle raised grid-like texture that helps create small spaces between the fabric and the skin. This construction is traditionally appreciated in Japanese summer clothing because it can reduce the sensation of fabric sticking to perspiring skin and provide a fresher wearing experience.

The natural cotton surface also offers a softer and more traditional feel than many synthetic temple garments. Because this is genuine 100% cotton, some wrinkling after washing is natural and should be expected.

Ideal for Buddhist Temple Practice and Wear Under Koromo

• Japanese Buddhist temple practice
• Meditation and spiritual training
• Sutra chanting and religious observances
• Buddhist ceremonies and formal practice
• Wearing beneath a Koromo or other Buddhist outer robe
• Pilgrimage and traditional religious practice
• Warm-weather and summer temple use

Buddhist vestment traditions vary by school, temple and lineage. Practitioners should follow the guidance of their teacher or temple regarding the correct combination of Byakue, Juban, Koromo and Kesa.

Product Features

• Product: Japanese Buddhist Byakue / Hakue White Temple Robe
• Gender: Men's
• Color: White
• Material: 100% Cotton
• Fabric: Traditional Kōbai Weave
• Season: Summer / Warm Weather
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Sizes: S, M, L, LL, 3L
• Use: Buddhist temple wear, meditation, ceremonies, pilgrimage and under-Koromo wear

Men's Byakue Size Guide

Japanese temple garments use traditional proportions and may fit differently from Western clothing. For the best fit, please compare your height and the garment measurements below before ordering.

Measurement note: Garment Length = 身丈, Yuki Length = 裄丈, Sleeve Length = 袖丈, Front Width = 前巾, Back Width = 後巾. Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly due to traditional garment construction.

How to Care for a 100% Cotton Byakue

Natural 100% cotton garments may wrinkle after washing. This is a normal characteristic of cotton and not a manufacturing defect.

For best results, we recommend gentle washing, removing the garment promptly after the wash cycle, reshaping it while damp and allowing it to dry naturally on a hanger. Light ironing may be used when required.

Why Choose This Japanese Byakue?

This robe combines three important qualities sought by serious practitioners: authentic Japanese manufacture, natural 100% cotton and a traditional summer Kōbai weave.

It is an excellent choice for those seeking genuine Japanese Buddhist temple clothing rather than generic costume-style robes or mass-produced synthetic alternatives.

Special Price: $139.00 USD – Regular Price $149.00 USD

Authentic Japanese Buddhist Byakue – 100% Cotton Kōbai – Made in Japan.