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Tokyo Sumo Rikishi Souvenir Jacket, Black Satin with Mount Fuji, Kaminarimon & Skytree Embroidery, Size M
Tokyo Sumo Rikishi Souvenir Jacket, Black Satin with Mount Fuji, Kaminarimon & Skytree Embroidery, Size M
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Tokyo itself is the subject of this black satin souvenir jacket: a sumo wrestler at its center, surrounded by Mount Fuji, a red torii gate, the Kaminarimon lantern, Tokyo Skytree and cherry blossoms, all linked by flowing golden lines. A high stand collar sets it apart from the ribbed sukajan norm.
The Piece
The large multicolored back embroidery centers on a powerful rikishi in a traditional ceremonial mawashi, preparing for competition, with snow-capped Mount Fuji, Tokyo Skytree in vivid blue, a red torii gate, a Kaminarimon-style lantern embroidered with 雷門, pink cherry blossoms and stylized foliage. Golden cloud and water lines connect the motifs like drifting clouds or currents of wind across the deep black ground. White 'Tokyo' script crowns the composition, joined by unexpected 'Pacha Ibiza' lettering and a small key emblem: less a dragon-or-tiger sukajan than an embroidered Tokyo travel poster with an international twist.
The front is calmer. One side shows a golden full moon above reeds, water and atmospheric cloud; the other a flowering sakura branch with petals descending toward the hem. The lantern recalls the gateway to Sensō-ji in Asakusa and the Skytree the modern skyline, so old and new Tokyo share one embroidered stage; the wrestler speaks of discipline and the ceremonial heritage of the national sport, Fuji of endurance, the sakura of seasonal transience.
In place of the usual striped rib-knit neckline, the black satin-finish body rises into a high, wrap-style crossover stand collar, a cleaner and more refined profile. Straight long sleeves close with snap-fastened cuffs, and the jacket has a full front zipper, two lower front pockets, a lightly gathered hem and a woven lining.
Details
- Material: Black satin-finish outer fabric; multicolored machine embroidery; woven lining; metal zipper; metal snap fasteners
- Color: Black with multicolored embroidery
- Size: M (tag); fits approximately Western XS–S
- Measurements: Length 58 cm · Body width (armpit to armpit) 45 cm · Sleeve (top) 58 cm · Sleeve (bottom) 45 cm · Hem/waist width 42 cm (flat, approximate)
- Construction: High wrap-style stand collar; full front zipper; straight long sleeves with snap-fastened cuffs; two lower front pockets; lightly gathered hem
- Motifs: Back: sumo rikishi, Mount Fuji, Tokyo Skytree, red torii, Kaminarimon lantern (雷門), cherry blossoms, golden cloud lines, 'Tokyo' and 'Pacha Ibiza' lettering, key emblem. Front: full moon over reeds; sakura branch
Condition
- Vintage pre-owned condition with age-appropriate wear.
- The satin retains an attractive sheen, and the embroidery appears strong and colorful.
- Light surface creasing, minor handling wear and subtle signs of previous use or storage may be present; no major visible damage is apparent in the photographs.
Fit Guidance
The measurements are compact for a contemporary Western medium, and the jacket may fit approximately like a Western XS–S depending on body shape, silhouette and layering. Measurements were taken flat using the house's standard method; compare them with a similar jacket that already 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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