Hachimaki
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A hachimaki is a type of Japanese headband, usually made of red or white cloth, typically featuring a design of kanji at the front.
Takeru Kobayashi wearing a hachimaki in 2010
Hachi-gane/Hitai-ate armored headband worn to protect the forehead, particularly by samurai and shinobi. It can be made from a single metal plate, multiple plates joined together, or hardened leather, and was used for protection during duels, combat, and other occasions. The term "hachi-gane" literally means "forehead protector".
Bōsōzoku
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Bōsōzoku is a Japanese youth subculture associated with customized motorcycles. The first appearance of these types of biker gangs was in the 1950s. Popularity peaked at an estimated 42,510 members in
Hachimaki
…so they are often worn by sportspeople. Hachimaki may be worn to showcase Japanese nationalism or sporting pride. They are also associated with the Bōsōzoku subculture in Japan. In Western popular culture, hachimaki are stereotypically associated with martial artists. Good Luck Flag – Traditional gift for…
A group of bōsōzoku in 2013
The bōsōzoku were preceded by the kaminarizoku, as young veterans adjusted to life in post-WWII Japan.
Bōsōzoku on a night ride
Bōsōzoku-style customized motorcycle