Saturday, April 11, 2026

Kapusai

A kapusai (also spelled kapusail) is a traditional hooded woollen cloak or raincoat originating from the Basque Country. It was historically used by Basque shepherds and labourers to protect against rain and cold.

Shepherd from Hiriberri in 1924, wearing a kapusai over his beret
The garment typically covers both the body and head simultaneously, functioning as a heavy poncho or hooded cape. It is sometimes compared to a capisayo or anguarina in Spanish.

A photo of 1913, of a shepherd wearing a beret, or boina, under the hood of his anguarina:



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