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Oboro Oiran Sukajan Jacket Japanese Geisha Embroidered Cherry Blossom Chrysanthemum Moon Satin Bomber Size L
Oboro Oiran Sukajan Jacket Japanese Geisha Embroidered Cherry Blossom Chrysanthemum Moon Satin Bomber Size L
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Dramatic Japanese Souvenir Jacket with Oiran Courtesan, Crescent Moon, Sakura, Chrysanthemums, and Crane-Patterned Kimono
A richly embroidered Oboro Japanese sukajan featuring an elegant oiran-style courtesan beneath a golden crescent moon, surrounded by flowering cherry branches and sweeping white chrysanthemums. Rendered across a deep black satin ground with champagne-colored sleeves, the composition has the presence of a nocturnal ukiyo-e scene translated into wearable art.
The central figure wears an elaborate crimson, black, and gold kimono filled with cranes, floral patterns, geometric motifs, and layered textile detail. Her ornate hair ornaments, poised gesture, luxurious robe, and slender smoking pipe are traditional visual attributes associated with the oiran, the celebrated high-ranking courtesans of Edo-period entertainment culture.
A Striking Piece of Japanese Wearable Art
Rather than relying on conventional tiger or dragon imagery, this jacket presents a more theatrical and refined side of sukajan design. The moonlit figure, drifting petals, pale chrysanthemums, and dark satin background create an atmosphere that feels elegant, mysterious, and distinctly Japanese.
The embroidery is unusually extensive, covering most of the back panel and continuing across the chest. Metallic gold, ivory, pink, burgundy, and silver-toned threads give the artwork depth and luminous movement as the satin catches the light.
Identification
Brand: Oboro / The Japanese Creation
Garment Type: Sukajan / Yokosuka souvenir jacket
Tagged Size: L
Style: Japanese embroidered satin bomber
Primary Motif: Oiran courtesan beneath a crescent moon
Supporting Motifs: Cherry blossoms, chrysanthemums, cranes, falling petals, ornate kimono patterns
Color Palette: Black, champagne beige, burgundy, ivory, pale pink, gold, and silver
Embroidery and Symbolism
Oiran Courtesan
The elaborately dressed woman is most consistent with an oiran, rather than an ordinary geisha or maiko. Her highly decorative kimono, formal posture, ornamental hairstyle, and kiseru-style pipe evoke the cultivated glamour and theatrical presentation associated with Edo-period courtesan culture.
Crescent Moon
The golden crescent creates a nocturnal setting and frames the figure with an elegant halo-like form. In Japanese visual culture, the moon often carries associations with seasonal beauty, contemplation, transience, and poetic solitude.
Cherry Blossoms
Pale sakura branches frame the upper composition while individual petals drift through the scene. Cherry blossoms symbolize fleeting beauty and the precious, temporary nature of life.
Chrysanthemums
Large white chrysanthemums anchor the lower design. Traditionally associated with longevity, dignity, refinement, and the autumn season, they balance the delicacy of the falling cherry petals with a more enduring floral presence.
Crane-Patterned Kimono
The oiran’s flowing robe contains numerous embroidered cranes. Cranes are enduring Japanese symbols of longevity, happiness, fidelity, and good fortune.
Construction and Design
- Black satin-finish body
- Champagne beige raglan sleeves
- Black and beige striped rib-knit collar, cuffs, and hem
- Full front zipper
- Two front hand pockets
- Extensive multicolor back embroidery
- Coordinating moon, blossom, and chrysanthemum embroidery across the chest
- Decorative piping extending from the shoulders along the sleeves
- Lightweight classic sukajan silhouette
Period Assessment
The construction, branded neck label, embroidery style, and contemporary sukajan proportions appear consistent with Japanese production from the 2000s–2010s.
Condition
Good pre-owned condition with light wear appropriate to previous use. The satin retains an attractive sheen, while the embroidery remains dense, colorful, and visually impressive. Natural creasing and minor surface wear may be present.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.
Approximate Measurements
Measured flat:
- Back length: approximately 59–60 cm / 23.2–23.6 in
- Chest width, pit to pit: approximately 59–60 cm / 23.2–23.6 in
- Hem width: approximately 49–50 cm / 19.3–19.7 in
- Raglan sleeve length: approximately 70–72 cm / 27.6–28.3 in
Tagged Japanese size L. The relaxed chest may accommodate some Western medium-to-large fits depending on the preferred silhouette. Please compare these measurements with a jacket that fits you comfortably.
Display and Styling
An exceptional statement jacket for collectors of Japanese streetwear, embroidered sukajan, wagara fashion, geisha and oiran imagery, or kimono-inspired clothing. It pairs naturally with black denim, wide trousers, boots, or minimalist monochrome outfits that allow the embroidery to command the room.
It is equally compelling displayed as textile art, particularly in interiors centered on Japanese fashion, tattoo culture, ukiyo-e aesthetics, or contemporary Asian design.
Shipping and Shop Policies
This pre-owned garment is sold as-is. No returns, exchanges, or condition-based claims are accepted.
Worldwide shipping from Japan by EMS with tracking. Tracking information is generally provided within 3–5 business days after dispatch.
Some pricing flexibility may be available for serious collectors.
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Material Tags
satin-finish synthetic fabric, embroidery thread, rib knit, metal zipper, woven lining
