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Meanings
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straw raincoat
Traditional Japanese raincoat made of straw or rush, worn especially by farmers and travelers in pre-modern times. Now mostly seen in historical contexts, festivals, or as a cultural item.
In the old days, farmers wore straw raincoats when working in the rice paddies on rainy days.
At this festival, participants dance wearing straw raincoats and conical hats.
Usage patterns
- 蓑を着るto wear a straw raincoat
The farmers put on straw raincoats and went out to the fields in the rain.
- 蓑を纏うto wrap oneself in a straw raincoat
The traveler wrapped himself in a straw raincoat and walked the mountain path.
Expressions
- 蓑になり笠になりhelping and protecting in every way; being a constant support