Translation guide
In Japanese, the most common term for school uniform is 制服 (seifuku). However, there are specific terms for traditional sailor-style uniforms (セーラー服) and boys' gakuran (学ラン). The choice depends on the type of uniform and context.
The standard word for any school uniform, from elementary to high school.
The most common and general term for school uniform. Used for all types of uniforms across all school levels.
明日から制服で登校してください。
Please come to school in your uniform starting tomorrow.
この学校の制服はかわいいですね。
This school's uniform is cute, isn't it?
Specifically the traditional sailor-style uniform often worn by middle and high school girls.
Refers to the classic sailor-style uniform with a distinctive collar and ribbon or tie. Commonly associated with Japanese school culture.
彼女はセーラー服がよく似合う。
She looks really good in a sailor uniform.
The high-collared, military-style black uniform typically worn by middle and high school boys.
Short for 学生蘭服 (gakusei ranfuku). A traditional black uniform with a standing collar, often worn with a cap. Still common in many schools.
学ランのボタンを留める。
Button up the gakuran.
Literally 'stand-up collar', this term can refer to the gakuran style or the collar itself. Sometimes used to describe the uniform.
Modern blazer and tie uniforms common in many schools today.
Refers to a blazer-style uniform, often with a tie. Many schools have switched to this style from traditional uniforms.
この学校の制服はブレザーです。
This school's uniform is a blazer.
Clothing items that are part of the school uniform but not the main outfit, like gym clothes or specific accessories.
Gym uniform or PE clothes. Often a specific set designated by the school.
体操服を忘れたので見学します。
I forgot my gym clothes, so I'll just watch.
Jersey or tracksuit, often worn over gym clothes or as a casual uniform item.
School uniforms are deeply ingrained in Japanese school culture. Most middle and high schools require them, and they often symbolize school identity. Uniforms are usually worn both on campus and during commutes.
The stand-up collar uniform is an old-fashioned style.
Run wearing the school jersey.