In the hot and sticky Japanese summer months, staying cool can be a challenge. However, a resurgence in traditional suteteko (say stet-eh-ko) is making it a little bit easier. Fear not ¡ª these aren¡¯t your grandpa¡¯s long johns! Contemporary sutekeko are pants made of light-weight, breathable material and fall just below (or above) the knee. Once a boutique item (that we spotted ), they are now available from major retailers like Uniqlo as well as . Great for?lounging around the house, walking your dog or even on a first date if you dare . . . If it doesn¡¯t go well, at least you¡¯ll have the peace of mind knowing it wasn¡¯t because of your sweaty legs.

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