This sleeveless satin souvenir vest from DOGTOWN's Black Dragon fuses ukiyo-e warrior imagery with motorcycle and punk-rock culture. Its embroidery shows a kabuki-styled musha samurai rider alongside the black dragon, the sukajan's traditional iconography recast for the biker.
The Piece
A DOGTOWN Black Dragon souvenir vest in satin, embroidered with an ukiyo-e-inspired musha samurai rider in kabuki style and a black dragon. The manufacturer's size is Small.
Musha-e, the warrior prints of ukiyo-e, have supplied tattoo artists and embroiderers with heroic figures for generations; setting such a warrior astride a motorcycle joins that heritage to the rebellious speed culture of Japanese biker style.
Details
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Maker: DOGTOWN
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Line/Series: Black Dragon
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Material: Satin
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Motifs: Ukiyo-e musha samurai rider in kabuki style; black dragon; biker and punk-rock imagery
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Size: Small (manufacturer's size)
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Measurements: A 68 · B 47 · E 42 · F 43 (approximate, in cm; A–E positions follow the measuring diagram in the photographs, which shows two jacket types with separate guides) · Arm opening 23 cm wide
Condition
No specific condition notes are recorded. Condition is documented through the photographs, which form an important part of the description; please review them closely.
Authenticity & Care
Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.
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