emperor's informal robes
Historical term for a type of informal court robe worn by the emperor in ancient Japan, specifically a light green garment associated with the Heian period.
During the Heian period, the emperor wore the kikujin no hō as informal attire.
Irregular okurigana variant; less common than 麹塵の袍.
The term 麹塵 (kikujin) refers to a light green color resembling the mold used in fermentation, and 袍 (hō) means a robe or coat. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the name likely comes from the garment's color.