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Fashion Changes at Summer Festivals
Celeina: And speaking of this time of year, there are summer festivals. You go to “Fuji Rock” every year, don’t you?
Taira: Yes, I do. I go there for work and also for private use. I will visit this year as well.
Celeina: I think festival fashion is becoming more diverse. Do you have any recent trends or fashion recommendations, especially for “Fuji Rock”?
Taira: Festivals are really diversifying. I went to “GREENROOM CAMP” yesterday, and there were many surfers there. Before that, “GREENROOM FESTIVAL” at Akarenga is in the city, so there are many people who don’t wear outdoor brands.
Takano: Is it the same at “Fuji Rock”?
Taira: Fuji Rock” is surprisingly all-genre. Some people wear regular sneakers, some wear riders, some look like hippies, some like rock music, and some are all wrapped up in outdoor fashion. It’s really fun to see all genres. There are also people who look like cosplayers.
Takano: I get the impression that they are very colorful.
Taira: Yes, it is. When you go there, you feel as if you are in a different world. I think that’s what makes everyone’s fashion style so unique.
Takano: It’s nice to go dressed differently than you usually do.
Celeina: But Fuji Rock is in the mountains. The weather can change, and there are some must-have items, right?
Taira: Yes, I do. A backpack, water bottle, and poncho. It would also be useful to have some high-function clothing.
Celeina: You just mentioned ponchos. Are ponchos the best type of rain gear?
Taira: Ponchos are more convenient. With rain gear, you have to wear a top layer, but with a poncho, you can quickly put it on over your head, so it is easier. You should also bring boots, but I prefer trekking boots. I also bring sandals.
Takano: The weather really changes quickly, so it’s a matter of using them differently. Sandals are easier to move in when the weather is nice.
Celeina: It’s a good learning experience. This will be my second time attending “Fuji Rock,” and the first time I went on a wild goose chase and didn’t bring rain gear. It just so happened that there was a staff member there who had two rain coats, so I only brought one. Listeners who are going to Fuji Rock, don’t underestimate it just because you are only going for one day. You definitely need a poncho.
Taira: It can get cold all of a sudden. It is also good for protection against the cold. If you are drenched in the rain, you will lose your energy.
