Reversible Hannya Sukajan, Silver Mask with Crossed Katana, Peonies & Flames, Burgundy Patterned Face, Size S

A silver Hannya emerges from a halo of rust-orange fire, framed by crossed katana, braided cords and ghostly peonies on black satin. Turned inside out, the darkness gives way to burgundy satin patterned with calligraphy-like characters and seals, giving the jacket two completely different lives.

The Piece

A striking souvenir-style bomber for collectors drawn to Hannya imagery, irezumi-inspired artwork, dramatic monochrome embroidery and reversible streetwear. The principal black side has a lustrous satin body with champagne-ivory sleeves and black shoulder stripes. At its center is a large horned Hannya mask embroidered in silver, charcoal and black thread; two crossed Japanese swords rise behind it, pale peony-like blossoms and braided ceremonial cords with tassels form an ornate symmetrical frame, and rust-orange flames surround the whole. The restrained palette gives the embroidery the look of engraved metal or monochrome tattoo flash, interrupted only by the burnt-orange fire.

The front mirrors the theme with two smaller Hannya masks surrounded by blossoms and flame details, and black-and-cream striped ribbing at the collar, cuffs and waistband completes the classic sukajan silhouette. The embroidery is concentrated across the back and chest of the black side; the reverse relies on woven surface pattern and contrasting color blocking.

In Noh, the Hannya represents a woman transformed by overwhelming jealousy, anguish and rage. The mask can look furious from one angle and sorrowful from another, embodying emotional contradiction rather than simple evil. With swords, flames and peonies, the imagery evokes confrontation, emotional transformation, mortality and strength under pressure, and the composition achieves something difficult: visually aggressive without becoming chaotic.

The reversible side pairs a jewel-toned burgundy body with pale champagne panels, covered in woven calligraphy-inspired characters, seals and ornamental markings in black, silver and pink, an almost brocade-like surface rather than a repeat of the figurative embroidery. Black for bold Hannya statement styling, burgundy for patterned Japanese maximalism: two complete palettes in one garment, at home in punk, rock, tattoo, streetwear and collector wardrobes, and in editorial photography and display.

Its materials, reversible construction, embroidery style and irezumi-influenced composition suggest a later Japanese sukajan revival piece, likely late twentieth to early twenty-first century, built on classic Yokosuka souvenir-jacket construction while embracing the more elaborate Hannya, tattoo and street-fashion imagery of later revival designs.

Details

• Era: Late 20th to early 21st century (assessed)
• Material: Smooth satin-style woven fabric (material notes: polyester-rayon blend); woven jacquard reverse; dense multicolor machine embroidery; rib-knit trim; metal zipper
• Color: Black with champagne-ivory sleeves, silver embroidery and rust-orange flames; reverse burgundy with pale champagne panels and black, silver and pink pattern
• Size: S; approximately modern XS–S
• Measurements: A 64 cm · B 47 cm · C 76 cm · D 50 cm · E 44 cm (approximate; A–E points per the Japonista sukajan sizing guide)
• Garment: Reversible sukajan / Japanese souvenir-style bomber
• Construction: Reversible; full-length metal zipper; slanted front pockets on both sides; raglan-style sleeves; striped rib-knit collar, cuffs and waistband; lightweight transitional construction
• Motifs: Central horned Hannya, crossed katana, rising flames, peony-like blossoms, braided cords and tassels; twin Hannya masks with floral accents on the chest

Condition

• Pre-owned vintage condition with age-appropriate signs of wear.
• The satin shows natural creasing, rippling and tonal variation.
• Light surface marks, minor discoloration, thread irregularities and softened areas may be present, particularly on the pale champagne panels and other high-contact areas.
• Satin color and sheen may vary slightly with lighting, viewing angle and screen settings; the photographs give the clearest representation of the embroidery, texture, coloration and condition.

Sizing Guidance

Size S, best suited to a modern XS–S range depending on body shape, layering and preferred fit. Vintage Japanese sizing may differ considerably from modern international sizing, so the garment measurements should be the primary reference, compared with a similar jacket that fits comfortably.

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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