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<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nIf coming from Western countries, Japanese clothing sizes can be perplexing. While a girl may usually wear a size small in the U.S. (a size 4\/UK size 8), in Japan they wear a large! And \u201cone-size\u201d (as in one-size-fits-all) almost never fits a Western girl, unless it\u2019s a hat of course! While this can be a blow to the ego, at the end of the day it\u2019s not the number on the tag that matters, but how you look and feel while wearing the clothes.<\/p>\n
Skip to…<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Japan uses a different sizing system than Western countries, so the first step is to compare Western sizes to Japanese sizes.\u00a0Generally speaking, US sizes are five sizes larger than women\u2019s sizes in Japan. For example, a size 4 in the US would be a size 9 in Japan. A US size 12 is a Japanese size 17, which is considered plus-size.\u00a0For UK sizes, it is even easier to convert; simply add one to the UK size to get the Japanese size. For example, a size 8 would become a size 9.\u00a0These sizes are used in Japan for things like dresses, jackets, and blouses.\u00a0Pant sizes are generally labelled using a waist measurement, in centimeters. For example, a 28 inch waist is 71 centimeters. However, sometimes sizes are measured in increments of two, so the aforementioned size 71 would actually be a size 70 or 72.<\/p>\n Some stores, however, just use \u201csmall,\u201d \u201cmedium,\u201d and \u201clarge\u201d for both pants and tops. These sizes can vary a lot store to store, but expect to size up at least one size, especially if you have bigger hips or bust.\u00a0At trendy stores like those at Shibuya 109, many items are available only in one size. This makes finding the right fit very tricky if one is anything but the average sized Japanese girl.\u00a0But there is good news! Stores have finally recognized the demand for more sizes, and some items are now available in large sizes. For example, PUNYUS by WEGO is based around the concept of \u201call-sizes\u201d instead of \u201cone-size.\u201d The brand sells clothes up to 6L (about a US size 16).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Finding shoes is fairly simple, as the sizes are just the measurement of the length of your foot in centimeters. A US size 8 (UK size 6) would be a size 24.5 or 25 in Japan. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to find women\u2019s shoes in sizes larger than a 25, except at specialty stores. Japanese shoes also tend to fit a bit more narrowly than Western shoes, which can be either a blessing or a curse depending on foot shape. At some stores, sizes are listed not in centimeters but as S, M, L and LL (sometimes LLL). An S is about 23cm, an M about 23.5 cm, L about 24 cm, LL about 24.5 cm, and a LLL 25cm (sometimes 26cm). Also, there is a section called \u201cmodel size\u201d (\u30e2\u30c7\u30eb\u30b5\u30a4\u30ba); that is code for large size shoes (over 24 cm). It makes sense actually; tall women with model-like figures also have larger feet. So don\u2019t think it means having big feet, think of it as having model size feet!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bras are another tricky area for foreign women; Japanese women tend to be less busty overall, and also prefer padded and lacy styles which aren\u2019t always very comfortable. Bras in Japan are measured with a combination of cup size and under-bust size (the band size). Take the under-bust measurement with a measuring tape to get the band size. A size 32 in the US works out to be a size 70 in Japan. A 34 is a size 75, a 36 a size 80, and so on. For cup size, size up one whole cup, sometimes two. So a 32A becomes a 70B, a 34B becomes a 75C, and so on. Try a couple sizes on and see what feels right. The largest cup size found in many stores is a D, or size E in Japan.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For men\u2019s shirts and collars, a US size 14 would be a Japanese size 36. For each half-size, the Japanese size goes up by one, so a US size 14.5 is a Japanese size 37 and a US size 15 is a Japanese size 38.\u00a0 Men\u2019s coats and suits are generally labelled just with small, medium, and large. A US size 34-36 is a size small, a US size 38-40 is a size medium, a size 42-44 is a size large, and a 44-46 is an extra-large. Pants are measured by waist size in centimeters. A 28 inch waist is about 71 centimeters. A 32 inch waist is about 81, a 36 inch waist is 91.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Men\u2019s shoes are also measured in centimeters, but there are more sizes and they tend to be wider than the women\u2019s shoes (though still on the narrow side). At most stores, shoes up to a size US 10\/UK 9.5 will be available, which is a size 28 in Japan. Larger size shoes can be found at big shoe stores and online.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To work out your collar size all you need to do is increase the Japanese collar size by 1 for every .5 increase in Western collar sizes. You should also note that generally shirts in Japan have a slimmer fit than their Western counterparts.<\/p>\n Men\u2019s shoes are also measured in centimeters, but there are more sizes and they tend to be wider than the women\u2019s shoes (though still on the narrow side). At most stores, shoes up to a size US 10\/UK 9.5 will be available, which is a size 28 in Japan. Larger size shoes can be found at big shoe stores and online.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Japanese children\u2019s clothing sizes are usually labelled by the height of the child in centimeters. A size 60 would be a child that is 60cm tall (up to 3 months in age). A size 70 is up to 6 months, size 80 up to one year, size 90 up to two years, size 95 up to 3 years, size 100 3-4 years, size 110 5-6 years, and size 120 7-8 years old. I may be necessary to size up depending on the height, weight, and chest size. Uniqlo\u2019s online store sells children\u2019s clothes up to 160cm. Now that you are armed with your size information, go boldly in to the world of Japanese clothing. You may not always find all the sizes and styles you want, but like Tim Gunn always says, make it work!<\/p>\n\n
Understanding Japanese Clothing Sizes for Women<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n JAPAN<\/strong><\/th>\n 3<\/strong><\/th>\n 5<\/strong><\/th>\n 7<\/strong><\/th>\n 9<\/strong><\/th>\n 11<\/strong><\/th>\n 13<\/strong><\/th>\n 15<\/strong><\/th>\n 17<\/strong><\/th>\n 19<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n US<\/th>\n 0<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 2-4<\/td>\n 4-6<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 10<\/td>\n 12<\/td>\n 14<\/td>\n 16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UK<\/th>\n 4<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 10<\/td>\n 12<\/td>\n 14<\/td>\n 16<\/td>\n 18<\/td>\n 20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n ITALY<\/th>\n 36<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n 46<\/td>\n 48<\/td>\n 50<\/td>\n 52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n FRANCE<\/th>\n 32<\/td>\n 34<\/td>\n 36<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n 46<\/td>\n 48<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n NORTHERN EUROPE<\/th>\n 30<\/td>\n 32<\/td>\n 34<\/td>\n 36<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n 46<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Women\u2019s Shoe Sizing<\/h3>\n
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\n JAPAN<\/strong><\/th>\n 21.5<\/strong><\/th>\n 22<\/strong><\/th>\n 22.5<\/strong><\/th>\n 23<\/strong><\/th>\n 23.5<\/strong><\/th>\n 24<\/strong><\/th>\n 24.5<\/strong><\/th>\n 25<\/strong><\/th>\n 25.5<\/strong><\/th>\n 26<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n US<\/th>\n 4.5<\/td>\n 5<\/td>\n 5.5<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 6.5<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n 7.5<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 8.5<\/td>\n 9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UK<\/th>\n 3<\/td>\n 3.5<\/td>\n 4<\/td>\n 4.5<\/td>\n 5<\/td>\n 5.5<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 6.5<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n 7.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n EUROPE<\/th>\n 33<\/td>\n 34<\/td>\n 35<\/td>\n 36<\/td>\n 37<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 39<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 41<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Bra Sizing<\/h3>\n
Japanese Bra Sizes – Cup Size<\/h3>\n
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\n JAPAN<\/strong><\/th>\n A<\/strong><\/th>\n B<\/strong><\/th>\n C<\/strong><\/th>\n D<\/strong><\/th>\n E<\/strong><\/th>\n F<\/strong><\/th>\n G<\/strong><\/th>\n H<\/strong><\/th>\n I<\/strong><\/th>\n J<\/strong><\/th>\n K<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n USA<\/th>\n AA<\/td>\n A<\/td>\n B<\/td>\n C<\/td>\n D<\/td>\n DD<\/td>\n DDD<\/td>\n G<\/td>\n H<\/td>\n I<\/td>\n J<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UK<\/th>\n AA<\/td>\n A<\/td>\n B<\/td>\n C<\/td>\n D<\/td>\n DD<\/td>\n E<\/td>\n F<\/td>\n FF<\/td>\n G<\/td>\n GG<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n EUROPE<\/th>\n AA<\/td>\n A<\/td>\n B<\/td>\n C<\/td>\n D<\/td>\n E<\/td>\n F<\/td>\n G<\/td>\n H<\/td>\n I<\/td>\n J<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Japanese Bra Sizes – Band Size<\/h3>\n
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\n JAPAN<\/strong><\/th>\n 65<\/strong><\/th>\n 70<\/strong><\/th>\n 75<\/strong><\/th>\n 80<\/strong><\/th>\n 85<\/strong><\/th>\n 90<\/strong><\/th>\n 95<\/strong><\/th>\n 100<\/strong><\/th>\n 105<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n USA<\/th>\n 30<\/td>\n 32<\/td>\n 34<\/td>\n 36<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n 46<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UK<\/th>\n 30<\/td>\n 32<\/td>\n 34<\/td>\n 36<\/td>\n 38<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n 46<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n EUROPE<\/th>\n 65<\/td>\n 70<\/td>\n 75<\/td>\n 80<\/td>\n 85<\/td>\n 90<\/td>\n 95<\/td>\n 100<\/td>\n 105<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Men\u2019s Clothing Sizes in Japan<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Japanese Clothing Sizes – Men’s Clothing Sizes<\/h3>\n
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\n <\/strong><\/th>\n S<\/strong><\/th>\n M<\/strong><\/th>\n L<\/strong><\/th>\n XL<\/strong><\/th>\n XXL<\/strong><\/th>\n XXXL<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n Height<\/th>\n 155-165 cm<\/td>\n 165-175 cm<\/td>\n 175-185 cm<\/td>\n 175-185 cm<\/td>\n 175-185 cm<\/td>\n 175-185 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Waist<\/th>\n 68-76 cm<\/td>\n 76-84 cm<\/td>\n 84-92 cm<\/td>\n 84-92 cm<\/td>\n 84-92 cm<\/td>\n 98 cm-108 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Chest<\/th>\n 80-88 cm<\/td>\n 88-96 cm<\/td>\n 96-104 cm<\/td>\n 100-108 cm<\/td>\n 108-116 cm<\/td>\n 108-116 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Men\u2019s Shoe Sizing<\/h3>\n
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\n Japan<\/strong><\/th>\n 24.5 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 25 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 25.5 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 26 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 26.5 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 27 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 27.5 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n 28 cm<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n US<\/th>\n 6.5<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n 7.5<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 8.5<\/td>\n 9<\/td>\n 9.5<\/td>\n 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n UK<\/th>\n 6<\/td>\n 6.5<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n 7.5<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 8.5<\/td>\n 9<\/td>\n 9.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n EU<\/th>\n 39<\/td>\n 40<\/td>\n 40.5<\/td>\n 41<\/td>\n 42<\/td>\n 42.5<\/td>\n 43<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Japanese Shirt Collar Sizes – Men’s Shirt Collar Sizes<\/h3>\n
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\n Japan\/Europe (cm)<\/strong><\/th>\n 36<\/strong><\/th>\n 37<\/strong><\/th>\n 38<\/strong><\/th>\n 39<\/strong><\/th>\n 40<\/strong><\/th>\n 41<\/strong><\/th>\n 42<\/strong><\/th>\n 43<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n USA\/UK (inches)<\/th>\n 14<\/td>\n 14.5<\/td>\n 15<\/td>\n 15.5<\/td>\n 16<\/td>\n 16.5<\/td>\n 17<\/td>\n 17.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Children\u2019s Clothes in Japan<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Japanese Clothing Sizes – Baby Clothing Sizes<\/h3>\n
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\n Japanese Size<\/strong><\/th>\n 50-70<\/strong><\/th>\n 70<\/strong><\/th>\n 80<\/strong><\/th>\n 90<\/strong><\/th>\n 95<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n Age<\/th>\n 0-6 mos<\/td>\n 6-12 mos<\/td>\n 12 mos<\/td>\n 24 mos<\/td>\n 36 mos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Height<\/th>\n 60 cm<\/td>\n 70 cm<\/td>\n 80 cm<\/td>\n 90 cm<\/td>\n 95 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Weight<\/th>\n 5 kg<\/td>\n 9 kg<\/td>\n 11 kg<\/td>\n 13 kg<\/td>\n 14 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Shoe Size<\/th>\n 8-11 cm<\/td>\n 9-12 cm<\/td>\n 11-13 cm<\/td>\n 12-14 cm<\/td>\n 13-15 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Japanese Clothing Sizes – Children’s Clothing Sizes<\/h3>\n
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\n Japanese Size<\/strong><\/th>\n 100<\/strong><\/th>\n 110<\/strong><\/th>\n 120<\/strong><\/th>\n 130<\/strong><\/th>\n 140<\/strong><\/th>\n 150<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/thead>\n \n Age<\/th>\n 3-4 years<\/td>\n 5-6 years<\/td>\n 7-8 years<\/td>\n 9-10 years<\/td>\n 11-12 years<\/td>\n 13-14 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Height<\/th>\n 95-100 cm<\/td>\n 105-115 cm<\/td>\n 115-125 cm<\/td>\n 125-135 cm<\/td>\n 135-145 cm<\/td>\n 145-155 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Chest<\/th>\n 49-55 cm<\/td>\n 53-59 cm<\/td>\n 57-63 cm<\/td>\n 61-67 cm<\/td>\n 64-72 cm<\/td>\n 70-78 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Weight<\/th>\n 46-52 kg<\/td>\n 48-54 kg<\/td>\n 50-56 kg<\/td>\n 52-58 kg<\/td>\n 54-60 kg<\/td>\n 56-64 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Shoe Size<\/th>\n 14-16 cm<\/td>\n 17-18 cm<\/td>\n 19-20 cm<\/td>\n 21-22 cm<\/td>\n 22-24 cm<\/td>\n 26-28 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n