SKU RS106
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🕰 Era

1960s–1970s
The fabric, construction, and pattern style indicate a mid-20th-century origin. The Japanese label and hand-sewn lining suggest a locally tailored garment — possibly custom-made by a small Japanese atelier or regional tailor.

During this era, many bespoke Japanese tailors produced Western-style jackets for domestic markets using unique printed textiles, blending traditional motifs with moderns silhouettes.

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🚻 Gender

Women’s (based on fit, button orientation, and cropped length)
However, it can be styled as unisex in contemporary fashion — especially within vintage, artsy, or bohemian looks.

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🎨 Color
• Base: Deep black
• Pattern: Autumn leaf print — tones of green, orange, ochre, brown, and gold
• Lining: Pale mint green satin

This palette evokes mid-century nature prints, making it ideal for statement vintage styling.
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🧵 Brand Information

Label: 下川 (Shimokawa) — Japanese tailor shop name
The tag translates to “Shimokawa Clothing Shop / Art Center Street”, followed by a local Japanese phone number (pre-1980s format).
This implies it was made in a regional tailor’s workshop, likely in the post-war modernization period when bespoke Western-style clothing was becoming popular in Japan.

Type: Independent Japanese bespoke tailor
Location: Japan (exact prefecture not stated, but likely Kansai or Chubu region)

These shops specialized in custom suits and women’s jackets using imported fabrics or locally woven materials, each piece unique.

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👕 Type of Garment

Tailored Women’s Blazer / Short Jacket

Features:
• Button-front closure
• Two front flap pockets
• Wide lapel collar
• Cropped cut (hits at waist or just below)
• Fully lined in pale mint satin
• Lightweight woven outer fabric with textured surface
• Vibrant leaf pattern textile (likely cotton-poly blend with brocade texture)

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👟 Tips of Style
• Style with high-waisted trousers or skirts to highlight its cropped cut.
• Works beautifully over a black turtleneck or camisole.
• Pair with leather boots or loafers for a modern vintage edge.
• Adds visual drama to minimalist looks — let the print shine.
• Perfect for artistic, bohemian, or retro-inspired wardrobes.

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📝 Description

This stunning vintage Japanese tailored jacket captures the artistry of mid-20th-century textile design.
The lush, painterly leaf motif in warm autumnal tones contrasts beautifully against the dark background, while the mint green lining adds a soft, luxurious finish.
Likely a custom commission from a small Japanese atelier in the 1960s or early 1970s, this piece blends Japanese craftsmanship with Western tailoring influences.

Its rich colors and hand-finished details make it both a wearable art piece and a collectible vintage garment.

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⭐ Rating (1–10)

8.5/10
• Excellent vintage condition
• No major discoloration or fabric damage
• Lining shows minor age-related creasing
• Print remains vibrant

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⚙️ Condition

✅ Excellent preserved vintage condition
✅ Buttons intact
✅ Lining stable with minimal signs of wear
✅ Structurally solid seams
⚠️ Slight fraying near collar stitching (consistent with age)

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🏁 Conclusion

A rare Japanese mid-century bespoke blazer, handcrafted and richly printed with autumn leaf patterns that embody the elegance of Showa-era tailoring.
It’s an exceptional example of post-war Japanese craftsmanship meeting artistic textile design — ideal for collectors of Asian vintage fashion, artwear, or one-of-a-kind retro pieces.

This piece stands out for its unique textile art, timeless silhouette, and excellent preservation, making it both a wearable statement and a cultural artifact.
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