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. We often display these jackets inside out to show the lining, and they could be worn this way - inside out - as well; a style that is becoming trendy among Japanese youth. See video below for how haori are worn these days.

The lining of this man's kimono jacket features an example of Namban art depicting European merchants and missionaries. Namban translates to "Southern Barbarians" which is how the Japanese referred to foreigners during the 16th-17th centuries. Featured in the center is a decorated Portuguese ship and if you look closely, you can see the European figures aboard. On the land, you see more figures - Japanese in kimono and the foreigners in hats and pantaloons. The location could be Nagasaki - a port town that permitted foreign trade. The art on the sails suggests a mix of European and Japanese styles.

The outer jacket fabric is dark blue with an overall tiny geometric grid.

If you need a display rod to hang your purchase, we offer 60" wooden rods - see tab below.