During the Japanese colonial era, Beitou\'s hot springs were highly praised by the Japanese, leading to expanded hot spring development and operations. This allowed Beitou to inherit Japan\'s bathing culture, not only creating a thriving hot spring scene but also bringing yukata culture to prominence alongside the industry. Wearing a Japanese yukata for hot spring bathing is a tradition passed down from the Japanese colonial period that has become an indispensable part of Beitou\'s bathing culture. The beauty and historical significance of the yukata continues to be preserved and passed on. Through various precious historical materials, we know that yukata and hot springs are inseparable, and the existence of yukata adds brilliant color to Beitou\'s unique hot spring character.As described above, Beitou is deeply influenced by Japanese hot spring culture. The yukata culture inherited from the Japanese colonial period has been best preserved in Beitou and is worthy of promotion through various means, so that more domestic and international visitors can understand the important role yukata plays in Beitou\'s hot spring culture. This year we continue to host the Yukata Design Competition, aiming to create yukata exclusive to Beitou. Through this creativity-filled design competition, we hope to deepen and broaden Beitou\'s special historical background, make the fusion of hot springs and yukata more profound, and provide design students an excellent stage to showcase their creativity and expertise.

Organizing Units:

1. Supervisor: Taipei City Government Department of Economic Development / Department of Commerce
2. Organizer: Taipei Hot Spring Development Association

Eligibility:

Any individual interested in this competition may participate.

Download 2017 Yukata Design Awards Event Guidelines