housuissa

Housuissa is a traditional Japanese garment for women, characterized by a high collar and three large folds at the chest region. The style is often associated with the Heian period (794-1185 CE) and is considered a relic of a bygone era.

The housuissa was a common garment among upper-class women during the Heian period, and its design reflects the social status of its wearer. The garment's high collar and elaborate folds signify refinement and elegance, emphasizing the owner's wealth and social standing.

The name "housuissa" is unknown, and the garment is listed in some references as " homogeneous" with the stronghold dress. In reality, the garment has gradually evolved over the centuries, and it appears to have undergone a series of transformations. The version that is still mostly consistent with the described garments is known as the chüsa.