SKU WR131
Era:

1980s – Based on the brand label, design style, and construction materials, this jacket appears to be from the late Showa era (Japan’s industrial boom period) when workwear brands focused on durability and functionality.

Color:

Bright red – A bold industrial color, possibly used for visibility in work environments.

Type of Jacket:

A workwear bomber-style jacket, featuring multiple cargo pockets and a structured design.

Gender:

Likely unisex, though the boxy fit and proportions suggest a menswear design.

Brand Information:
• Brand: Yanmar
• Founded: 1912 (Japan)
• Industry: Agricultural, marine, and industrial machinery
• Clothing Style: Utility workwear and promotional apparel
• Yanmar-branded jackets from the 1980s are rare, as they were mainly produced for employees, factory workers, or promotional events rather than for fashion retail.

Description:
• Lightweight red cotton utility jacket
• Zipper and snap button front closure
• Four large front pockets with button and zipper closures, designed for storage and functionality
• Elastic ribbed cuffs and waistband, giving it a bomber-style silhouette
• High collar with an additional zipper detail, adding a futuristic military/workwear touch
• Material: 100% Cotton (common in durable workwear of the 1980s)
• Size: Medium (M), possibly a Japanese M, which fits like a Western S-M

Condition:
• Good vintage condition for a 1980s piece
• Minor signs of wear and aging, which enhance its authentic vintage aesthetic
• No major stains, rips, or structural damage

Conclusion:

This 1980s Yanmar utility jacket is a rare piece of Japanese workwear history, likely produced in limited quantities for employees or promotional purposes. Its bomber-style fit, durable cotton fabric, and bold industrial red color make it a unique find for collectors of Japanese vintage workwear and industrial fashion.

✅ Japanese vintage collectors
✅ Workwear enthusiasts
✅ Retro streetwear fans
✅ People looking for rare 1980s industrial apparel