Know the difference between kimono and yukata before renting through VELTRA. Kimono are older, more traditional and significantly more expensive. Usually made of silk or brocade, they are the epitome of traditional Japanese clothing and can be worn year-round with different styles according to the season. Yukata, on the other hand, are more casual less expensive. Typically made of cotton and in vibrant colors and more modern deisgns, Japanese people wear them more in the summer.