The Evolution of Japanese School Uniform Designs: From Classic to Modern - Final Post

Hello, everyone; this is the final post in our series about the flow of Japanese school uniforms. In our last post, we discussed how changing school uniforms in Japan is a lengthy process called Model Changing (MC). There are two types of Model Changing: Major and Minor. Major Model Changing means that the whole set of uniforms changes, while Minor Model Changing implies that only some parts of uniforms change. Schools tend to change the girls' uniform from skirts only to skirts and pants due to gender sensitivity. However, wearing skirts in Japan for boys is still not common.

After deciding which company to purchase the school uniform, both parties decide on the schedule. The company creates the schedule for the uniform manufacturing process and reports to the school. Then, both parties decide on the best time frame.

Design is crucial to the uniform, and Japanese schools take pride in their design. Schools consider many factors in the design, such as the school's history, location, color, vision, and natural scenery. The school gives that information and desires to the company, and from the company part, the designer creates the school uniform style and presents the ideas to the school. The students become a critical factor in the decision process, as they vote on which design they like to wear, and the final decision comes out there.

Changing the school uniform in Japan is a considerable expense as one set of school uniforms typically costs about 70,000円, which is around 500 American dollars. Therefore, changing uniforms is quite a big deal and a lengthy process that takes part in the promotion. The makers help promote by creating flyers, publicity items, etc.

After all the above steps are finished, changing school uniforms is completed.

Thank you for your interest in our school uniforms in Japan. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.