This article discusses the cultural significance of wearing shorts in Japan, whether Japanese people wear shorts, climate and weather considerations, types of shorts that are acceptable to wear in Japan, where to buy appropriate shorts for Japan, and what not to wear when visiting Japan. Generally, it is not considered appropriate to wear shorts during formal occasions or at work; however they may be worn during casual outings or outdoor activities. When choosing what type of shorts to wear, it is important to consider both style and length. Darker colors tend to look smarter than lighter colors and longer styles such as Bermuda-style walking shorts that go down just below the knee are more acceptable than shorter styles like hot pants or skimpy running/gym shorts.