Kamidake Posted September 7, 2003 Posted September 7, 2003 I've seen ukiyo-e pictures showing this type of underwear, so whoever thought that original questioner had been watching too many movies, I'd say you owe him an apology. I remember reading the purpose of it somewhere but can't think what it was. If I run across it again I'll mention it.
Drunken Monkey Posted September 7, 2003 Posted September 7, 2003 ...but he said that he had seen it in a lot of comics and cartoons... post count is directly related to how much free time you have, not how intelligent you are."When you have to kill a man it costs nothing to be polite."
Nikkolaiashimon Posted September 8, 2003 Posted September 8, 2003 well its the same reason weight lifters wear weight belts, it helps keep your organs nice and tight inside. it helps support your back, and helps prevent hernias and internal organ damage. wrapping your gut up tight is an effective way to protect that area of your body. Cry in the Dojo, Laugh on the Battlefield.
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