Vintage Reversible Japanese Sukajan, Silk Souvenir Jacket

Purchased from Kiriko Made in Portland, OR, for $398.

Beautiful condition, vintage piece but clearly stored very well by the previous owner. Elastic has lost some if its original stretch and there is some pilling on bottom elastic on the blue cotton side (pictured). Silk and embroidery are in incredible shape, and the detail on the designs is awesome.

Originally created for American GIs to bring home after the post-war occupation of Japan as literal souvenirs, these vintage Japanese Sukajan/Souvenir Jackets are a timeless piece. Often incorporate rayon and silk and, in some cases, were actually constructed from excess silk salvaged from military parachutes.
This special vintage collection of Japanese Sukajans are replicas of 1950s Japanese Souvenir Jackets. Made to be worn on both sides as reversible, both sides showcase beautiful Japanese embroidery and designs. Carefully selected from Japan, these jackets will still look good after 30 or 40 years down the road. Wear them, love them, and hand them down.
Product Origin: Japan
Two pockets on both sides
Material: Silk/Cotton
Dry Clean Only