This listing is for a vintage Japanese haori jacket. Learn more about this type of garment below.

Crisp black and white give this vintage haori a dramatic, almost moonlit elegance, with a flowing landscape emerging across the back. Kanoko (fawn spot) shibori forms stylized wheels set among curling streams, accented by delicate blossoms and scattered floral details. Beneath the design, a subtle sayagata woven jacquard creates an intricate geometric texture, while a single embroidered paulownia crest at the neck adds another traditional motif associated with dignity and good fortune.

Black haori like this are sometimes called "visiting haori" since they were worn for semi-formal occasions, like attending a community gathering.

A woman's haori is a traditional Japanese jacket worn over a kimono, designed to provide both warmth and an added layer of formality. Today, these jackets transition effortlessly into modern fashion as a lightweight, open-front layer. They can be worn over dresses, denim, or simple basics to add texture, color, and a distinctive, artful touch.

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 five 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.