snow hakama; work hakama for snow
A type of traditional Japanese work trousers (hakama) designed for use in snowy conditions. Often associated with rural or historical workwear. Compare with 山袴 (yama-bakama), a similar garment for mountain work.
See also: 山袴
In old farming households, people wore snow hakama when working outside in winter.
Compound of 雪 (yuki, 'snow') and 袴 (hakama, 'hakama trousers'). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but the term likely arose in snowy rural regions to describe specialized winter workwear.