Japanese Top Knot The Japanese Top Knot, or Chonmage (丁髷), is a traditional Japanese hairstyle historically worn by samurai and sumo wrestlers. It involves gathering the hair into a ponytail, folding it forward onto the top of the head, and securing it with a strip of cloth. Historical Significance of the Top Knot Samurai Modern… Continue reading The Japanese Top Knot & Its Influence on Popular Hairstyles Today in 2025