This is a vintage kimono jacket, called a haori, made for a man. The lining of men's haori jackets often depict a scene or motif that was of special interest to the original owner.

The outer silk is black and the lining features a knarly old pine tree that reaches up behind a golden cloud. Momiji (maple leaves) also seem to grow out of the branches. In the cloud is a phoenix and curling lines that suggest a blowing wind. Blue waves, decorated gourds and many other elements round out a story that perhaps only the original owner can tell.

On the outer jacket are three oak leaf family crests across the back.

We display these haori inside out to feature the lining when it is unique. All of the stitching is hidden, so these jackets can normally be displayed or worn (in the West, at least) either way.

See video below for how haori are worn these days.