SKU RS114WR204
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Era

Early 2000s (Y2K Era)
This piece fits squarely into the early 2000s Japanese streetwear scene, where labels like Neighborhood, Devilock, and Hysteric Glamour influenced the punk–biker aesthetic. The skull motif and bold typography reflect that rebellious Y2K visual culture.

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Gender

Unisex (Men’s XL, Oversized Fit)

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Color
• Main: Jet Black
• Graphics: White Skull & “Hot Spoon” logo front and back
• Accents: Gold embroidered neck label

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Founder / Brand Information

Brand: Hot Spoon
• Origin: Japan
• Manufacturer: C.A.B. Clothing Co., Ltd.
• Founded: Likely late 1990s–early 2000s
• Focus: Streetwear & casualwear with a biker and punk attitude

Hot Spoon is a Japanese streetwear sub-label known for bold graphic prints, rock/punk motifs, and durable construction. Produced under C.A.B. Clothing Co. Ltd., a company that has manufactured garments for various Japanese street and workwear brands.

The “Life After Death” slogan and skull artwork embody Y2K rebellion, grunge, and biker culture—a crossover of gothic street fashion and casual utility wear.

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Type of Garment

Coach Jacket / Windbreaker Jacket

Key Features:
• 100% nylon shell with polyester lining
• Snap button closure
• Front and back graphic print
• Adjustable drawstring hem
• Side slit pockets
• Elastic cuffs
• Light mesh inner layer for comfort and breathability

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Description

This Hot Spoon “Life After Death” coach jacket captures the raw aesthetic of early 2000s Japanese streetwear.
Featuring a striking skull graphic on both front and back, it combines punk visuals with utilitarian function—a nod to American workwear styles reinterpreted through Japanese subculture.

Made from a lightweight nylon shell with a soft mesh lining, it offers all-day comfort while keeping the look sharp and edgy. The bold “Life After Death” slogan adds a rebellious statement, perfect for collectors of niche vintage streetwear.

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Tips for Styling
• Pair with black denim or cargo pants for an authentic Y2K streetwear fit.
• Layer over a band tee or graphic hoodie for contrast.
• Finish with chunky sneakers or combat boots for attitude.
• For a vintage-inspired twist, wear with loose trousers and silver jewelry.

Perfect for fans of Japanese punk fashion, Harajuku style, or collectors of rare indie streetwear.

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Condition & Rating (1–10)

Condition: 9/10
• Excellent overall condition.
• Minimal surface wrinkling (expected for nylon).
• Graphics are clean and fully intact—no cracking or fading.
• Buttons and drawstring functional.

Rating: 9/10 – Excellent Vintage Condition

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Conclusion

The Hot Spoon “Life After Death” coach jacket is a standout example of Japanese underground streetwear from the early 2000s. With its gothic skull graphic and clean black silhouette, it merges utility with subcultural expression.

Highly wearable, collectible, and emblematic of the Y2K punk revival era, this piece represents the best of Japan’s small-label street style scene—raw, bold, and timeless.

A true streetwear gem — durable, graphic-heavy, and dripping with Y2K attitude.