{"product_id":"prince-shokai-55th-anniversary-tiger-yokosuka-sukajan","title":"Rare Prince Shokai 55th Anniversary Tiger Yokosuka Sukajan Navy Satin Embroidered Souvenir Jacket","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrince Co. \/ “Anniversary 55th” Roaring Tiger × Mt. Fuji × Bamboo Yokosuka Souvenir Jacket | Navy Blue Satin | Japanese Embroidery\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spectacular \u003cstrong\u003ePrince Shokai \/ Prince Co. 55th Anniversary Yokosuka sukajan\u003c\/strong\u003e, dominated by one of the most iconic images in Japanese souvenir-jacket history: the \u003cstrong\u003eroaring tiger\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a dramatically embroidered anniversary model in deep midnight navy satin, with an unusually ambitious composition extending from the body onto both sleeves. The central back tiger rises vertically in a powerful attacking stance while a snow-capped \u003cstrong\u003eMount Fuji\u003c\/strong\u003e sits behind it, transforming the scene from a generic animal motif into an unmistakably Japanese landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlanking the composition are two additional prowling tigers embroidered across the sleeves, surrounded by green bamboo leaves. Together, the jacket effectively carries \u003cstrong\u003ethree full tigers\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a wraparound composition that becomes especially impressive when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the main tiger is the classic gold script:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eyokosuka\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhile beneath the central scene appears:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e**By Prince Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnniversary 55th**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis embroidered inscription identifies the piece as part of Prince Co.'s \u003cstrong\u003e55th Anniversary commemorative series\u003c\/strong\u003e, a particularly collectible chapter from one of Yokosuka's established sukajan specialists. Prince Co. was founded in Yokosuka in 1947, making the 55th anniversary correspond approximately to \u003cstrong\u003e2002\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIdentification\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prince Shokai \/ Prince Co. \/ プリンス商会\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55th Anniversary commemorative series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 2002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sukajan \/ Souvenir Jacket \/ Yokosuka Jacket\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Motif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triple roaring tiger\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Motifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Fuji, bamboo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack Lettering:\u003c\/strong\u003e “yokosuka”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommemorative Embroidery:\u003c\/strong\u003e “By Prince Co. Anniversary 55th”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midnight navy blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padded satin bomber\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full front zipper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Navy-and-white striped knit rib\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLining:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale silver \/ gray lining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbroidery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rayon thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Shokai is a genuine Yokosuka specialist rather than simply a modern brand borrowing sukajan imagery. Contemporary Yokosuka tourism information describes Prince Co. as having been established in \u003cstrong\u003e1947\u003c\/strong\u003e and specializing in handmade sukajan using satin and velveteen. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Prince Shokai 55th Anniversary Collector Piece\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anniversary inscription is extremely important here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Shokai's \u003cstrong\u003e55th Anniversary models\u003c\/strong\u003e are specifically recognized in the Japanese vintage market, and surviving tiger versions are advertised as commemorative limited pieces. Current marketplace records include a black Prince Shokai 55th Anniversary tiger sukajan listed around \u003cstrong\u003e¥86,868\u003c\/strong\u003e, while international resale aggregation has surfaced a Prince Shokai 55th Anniversary tiger embroidered jacket at over \u003cstrong\u003eUS$1,200 asking price\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are asking prices rather than guaranteed sale values, but they demonstrate the collector premium attached to the 55th Anniversary tiger series. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example has especially strong visual appeal because it does not restrict the embroidery to a single back panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiger design travels around the entire garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Central Roaring Tiger\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large tiger on the back is depicted vertically, claws extended and mouth open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts anatomy follows the intentionally theatrical style associated with classic souvenir-jacket embroidery rather than naturalistic wildlife illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oversized head, enormous paws, sweeping stripes and aggressive expression give it the unmistakable personality collectors often seek in vintage Japanese tiger sukajan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette combines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egolden ochre\u003cbr\u003ecream\u003cbr\u003ewhite\u003cbr\u003eblack\u003cbr\u003edeep brown\u003cbr\u003escarlet red\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eagainst navy satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result practically glows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMount Fuji\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the tiger appears a compact embroidered \u003cstrong\u003eMount Fuji\u003c\/strong\u003e, its snow-covered peak rendered in white with reddish-brown mountain slopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small element dramatically changes the narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout Fuji, the jacket might simply be a tiger bomber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Fuji, it becomes a distinctly \u003cstrong\u003eYokosuka souvenir composition\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing from the classic vocabulary through which postwar Japanese jackets presented an imagined Japan to overseas visitors and servicemen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mountain acts almost as a geographic signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThree-Tiger Composition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best features is the repetition of the tiger across both sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than adding unrelated sleeve decorations, Prince Co. uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne dominant central tiger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne prowling tiger on the left sleeve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne prowling tiger on the right sleeve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe side tigers descend vertically down the sleeves, their striped tails curling upward toward the shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates an unusually coherent design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the wearer's arms are relaxed, the two side animals appear almost to guard the central tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the arms move, the composition comes alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🐅\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBamboo Imagery\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall embroidered bamboo leaves accompany the sleeve tigers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo carries a long decorative history in East Asian visual culture and provides a natural landscape setting for the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts bright green color also breaks up the otherwise restrained gold, cream and navy palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiny bursts of green keep the tiger embroidery from feeling visually flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e“YOKOSUKA”\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweeping embroidered \u003cstrong\u003e“yokosuka”\u003c\/strong\u003e script across the upper back is particularly desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word is not merely decorative branding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYokosuka is foundational to the sukajan story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe souvenir jacket developed in postwar Japan around the American military presence, with jackets decorated by Japanese artisans and sold as souvenirs to servicemen. Tigers, dragons, eagles, maps, Mount Fuji and other embroidered subjects became the visual vocabulary of the form. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Shokai belongs directly to this local tradition. The shop is still identified with Yokosuka and Dobuita Street culture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFront Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front is beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo roaring tiger heads face inward across the chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow them, the larger sleeve tigers begin their descent toward the cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central body itself remains relatively uncluttered, allowing the deep navy satin to provide breathing room between embroidered motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates an excellent contrast:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFront\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControlled and wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplosive and theatrical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat front-to-back transformation is one of the great pleasures of a well-designed sukajan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNavy Satin\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe midnight navy body is particularly effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder normal lighting it can read almost black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder stronger light, however, the satin reveals a rich blue sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis changing surface interacts beautifully with the rayon embroidery because the threads and satin reflect light differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket therefore gains dimensionality as the wearer moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese composition label visible in the photographs identifies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter \/ 表地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nylon 100%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLining \/ 裏地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyester 100%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePadding \/ 中綿:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyester 100%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRib \/ リブ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic \/ Nylon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbroidery Thread \/ 刺繍糸:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rayon 100%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is therefore a \u003cstrong\u003epadded \/ insulated sukajan\u003c\/strong\u003e, not merely a lightweight unlined satin shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal padding creates a fuller bomber silhouette and provides additional structural support beneath the embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePadded Vintage Construction\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePadded sukajan have a distinctly different presence from lightweight acetate souvenir jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe insulation gives this piece:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egreater body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estronger shoulder architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea fuller vintage silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimproved cold-season wearability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadditional support behind the elaborate embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior appears finished in a pale silver-gray textile, creating a handsome contrast with the dark exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRib Knit Detailing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar, cuffs and waistband feature classic striped ribbing in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNavy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNavy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis athletic trim is one of the design elements connecting the sukajan to American varsity and bomber-jacket aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the elaborate Japanese tiger embroidery, that simple striped ribbing captures the hybrid cultural identity that made the sukajan famous in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Tiger in Japanese Sukajan Culture\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiger imagery is one of the core visual pillars of the souvenir jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether with the dragon and eagle, the tiger became one of the defining animals of classic sukajan embroidery. Contemporary historical discussions of Yokosuka souvenir jackets continue to highlight tigers among the form's most recognizable subjects. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts appeal is immediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiger represents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epower\u003cbr\u003ecourage\u003cbr\u003ephysical presence\u003cbr\u003ewildness\u003cbr\u003eprotection\u003cbr\u003emartial energy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet on vintage sukajan, realism was never the only objective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best embroidered tigers possess personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey snarl, leap, twist and almost distort beyond natural anatomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat exaggerated visual language is part of their charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePrince Co. and Yokosuka\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Co. remains particularly meaningful within this category because the company's identity is inseparable from Yokosuka itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal information describes Prince Co. as founded in \u003cstrong\u003e1947\u003c\/strong\u003e, specializing in handmade souvenir jackets and using satin and velveteen in its work. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime Out has likewise described Prince Shokai as a longstanding Dobuita Street sukajan destination where customers could select colors and embroidery designs for individually made jackets. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordingly, Prince pieces occupy a different collecting niche from mass-market fashion jackets merely designed to resemble sukajan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey belong to the local Yokosuka lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePeriod\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Prince Co. is documented as established in \u003cstrong\u003e1947\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 55th Anniversary commemorative model logically corresponds to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2002\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordingly, the most responsible buyer-facing period description is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca 2002 Prince Shokai 55th Anniversary commemorative sukajan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat also places the jacket squarely within the increasingly collectible \u003cstrong\u003elate-1990s \/ early-2000s Japanese archive fashion era\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eY2K Japanese Archive Appeal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, garments from this period sit at the intersection of several collecting worlds:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Americana\u003cbr\u003eY2K Japanese Fashion\u003cbr\u003eSukajan Collecting\u003cbr\u003eRockabilly\u003cbr\u003eJapanese Biker Style\u003cbr\u003eTattoo Culture\u003cbr\u003eStreetwear\u003cbr\u003eArchive Menswear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means the jacket no longer appeals solely to traditional sukajan collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA younger international audience increasingly approaches these pieces as Japanese archive fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat broadens their potential market considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSize\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact size tag is not visible in the supplied photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall proportions appear consistent with approximately a \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese M–L range\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the garment should be listed according to its actual tag or measurements once confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended temporary fit wording:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize information and detailed flat measurements will be added shortly. Japanese vintage sizing often differs from contemporary US and European sizing, so actual measurements should be used as the primary guide. Please feel free to message us if you would like measurements sooner.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not rely on the visual proportions alone when determining fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine pre-owned vintage garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the supplied photographs, the jacket presents beautifully, with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estrong navy satin color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erichly preserved embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evivid tiger coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eintact striped ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eclean overall visual presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esubstantial embroidered thread density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs expected with vintage satin and embroidered garments, there may be age-related characteristics including creasing, minor surface rubbing, light discoloration, embroidery thread movement, lining wear, rib wear, zipper patina or other signs of previous ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully as part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes This Example Special\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many tiger sukajan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are considerably fewer Prince Shokai tiger sukajan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are fewer again carrying the \u003cstrong\u003e55th Anniversary inscription\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd fewer still achieve this level of wraparound composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jacket combines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree separate tiger figures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTiger-head chest embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMount Fuji\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBamboo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYokosuka lettering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrince Co. anniversary embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePadded construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep navy satin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional striped ribbing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result feels almost like a concentrated visual dictionary of sukajan design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWearable Textile Art\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed simply as clothing, it is a bomber jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViewed flat, it becomes an embroidered triptych.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central tiger occupies the body while the two flanking animals travel down the arms. Mount Fuji and bamboo establish landscape, while the Yokosuka lettering gives the composition place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidery therefore tells a story across the entire garment rather than decorating isolated panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is what elevates the better sukajan into wearable textile art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStyling\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJapanese Americana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite T-shirt, selvedge denim and engineer boots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRockabilly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack trousers, boots and vintage eyewear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMinimal Streetwear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWide black pants and understated sneakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArchive Fashion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashed denim, silver jewelry and neutral footwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotorcycle-Inspired\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack denim, engineer boots and a plain inner layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the jacket already carries so much visual energy, simple styling works particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDisplay Potential\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a collector who does not intend to wear it frequently, the jacket would also make a superb wall display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centered tiger, Fuji and “yokosuka” script are readable from a distance, while the long sleeve tigers expand the artwork horizontally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed open with the sleeves spread slightly outward, it becomes almost heraldic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese fashion collections\u003cbr\u003eVintage boutiques\u003cbr\u003eTattoo studios\u003cbr\u003eAmericana interiors\u003cbr\u003eMotorcycle collections\u003cbr\u003eArchive fashion rooms\u003cbr\u003eJapanese cultural displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Collect It?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Genuine Prince Shokai \/ Prince Co.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Yokosuka heritage maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ 55th Anniversary commemorative model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Circa 2002\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Triple tiger composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Roaring tiger chest embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Mount Fuji motif\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Bamboo embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Gold “yokosuka” lettering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Padded construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Rayon embroidery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Deep navy satin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Early-2000s Japanese archive appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Highly recognizable traditional sukajan imagery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Increasingly difficult anniversary model to source internationally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePurchase, Shipping and Vintage Policy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage \/ pre-owned collectible garment sold in its present condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully review all photographs before purchasing. Vintage clothing naturally may display fading, creasing, marks, embroidery movement, ribbing wear, discoloration, hardware patina and other evidence of age and previous ownership. These characteristics are part of the garment's individual history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese vintage sizing frequently differs from modern Western sizing. Please rely primarily on actual garment measurements once provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless materially misrepresented, photographed vintage characteristics, expected age-related wear and subjective sizing or fit are not grounds for return, exchange or claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide tracked shipping is available, including EMS where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation, shipping and handling normally takes 5–10 business days or earlier.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRespectful offers may be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for this design or model in another size, please feel free to message us. Although availability cannot be guaranteed, we may be able to locate the same or a closely matching piece in a different size through our sourcing network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#PrinceShokai #PrinceCo #PrinceSukajan #55thAnniversary #Yokosuka #YokosukaJacket #Sukajan #VintageSukajan #TigerSukajan #TigerJacket #JapaneseTiger #SouvenirJacket #JapaneseEmbroidery #EmbroideredJacket #JapaneseVintage #JapanVintage #Y2KJapan #JapaneseArchive #JapaneseAmericana #Wagara #VintageJapan #JapaneseStreetwear #JapaneseBiker #RockabillyJapan #MtFuji #MountFuji #WearableArt #SatinBomber #JapanFashion #CollectorJacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eprince shokai, tiger sukajan, prince sukajan, yokosuka jacket, vintage sukajan, japanese jacket, souvenir jacket, tiger jacket, embroidered jacket, y2k japanese, japan vintage, satin bomber, mt fuji jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMaterial Tags\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNylon Satin, Polyester Lining, Polyester Padding, Rayon Embroidery, Acrylic Rib, Nylon Rib, Metal Zipper\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53596910911781,"sku":null,"price":907.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/fprinceshokao_1.png?v=1786783002","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/prince-shokai-55th-anniversary-tiger-yokosuka-sukajan","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}