This listing is for a vintage Japanese haori jacket that would have been worn on top of a vintage kimono on a chilly day.  

This haori is likely from the 1950s or earlier, based on the color combination and the subtle design.   The featured floral is ume – plum blossom – which is the first flower to bloom in Spring.  Each petal is shaded pink as the flower sits on the its bare branch.  Between the florals is a cream-colored, wavering band filled with triangles.

The background color reminds us of a light milk chocolate or hot cocoa (with a pinkish hue) – and you’ll see that there are tiny diamonds woven in a grid design that catch the light.

Bright, fun, festive lining!  Since the haori was handmade, all of the stitching is hidden, so the jacket is reversible.  

There are a few blemishes – see photos – but we feel the color and design are so unique that it can be enjoyed as-is.

Haori do not cross over or tie with a sash, like a kimono does - they are meant to be worn open to reveal a bit of what is worn beneath. An optional accessory is the haori himo - little woven ties that are hooked to the little fabric loops that you'll find at the mid-front of the haori - but they are sold separately. We'll select one that goes with this haori if you pick the Add A Himo Pair option above. To choose a pair of our fancier himo, CLICK HERE.

Going to display this haori? We offer wooden display rods in four colors to choose from. Add one from the tab below this description.

To learn more about the different styles of kimono jacket, watch the video below.