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Ukiyo-e and Nebuta-Inspired Reversible Sukajan, Samurai, Skull and Cloud Embroidery, Black and Red, Size L
Ukiyo-e and Nebuta-Inspired Reversible Sukajan, Samurai, Skull and Cloud Embroidery, Black and Red, Size L
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The theatrical intensity of the Nebuta festival float, translated into a reversible sukajan. A large expressive warrior face, samurai, clouds and skulls fill the black-and-champagne face, while the reverse turns to a dense red-and-black all-over pattern.
The Piece
This reversible jacket channels Japanese festival imagery, warrior folklore and tattoo-style street fashion. The black and champagne satin side presents a bold figure composition in a style reminiscent of Nebuta festival floats, kabuki, ukiyo-e illustration and Japanese folk painting: a samurai figure on the front and, across the back, a large expressive face with the dramatic power of festival and warrior art, surrounded by cloud motifs that suggest movement and atmosphere, with skull and flame details adding a tattoo-art edge.
The reverse turns to a completely different mood, a rich red-and-black palette of dense all-over decorative patterning with a more graphic, fashion-led look, easy to wear as a standalone bomber when a quieter outfit is wanted. Reversible construction, ukiyo-e and Nebuta-inspired art, samurai and folklore imagery and a tattoo-style edge make it both collectible outerwear and statement wearable art.
Details
- Color: Black, champagne gold, red, ivory
- Material: Satin-style fabric with embroidered and woven or patterned detailing (material notes list satin, embroidery, polyester, zipper, rib knit, woven pattern fabric and synthetic fabric)
- Size: L (tag)
- Measurements: Available on request
- Construction: Reversible; front zipper
- Art Side Motifs: Samurai (front), large dramatic warrior face (back), clouds, skulls, flames
- Reverse: Red and black all-over decorative pattern
- Style: Japanese streetwear; ukiyo-e and Nebuta art inspired; tattoo style
Condition
- Very good pre-owned condition.
- The satin sheen, artwork and reversible construction remain visually impressive.
- As a pre-owned collectible garment it may show normal signs of age or wear consistent with previous ownership; please review all photographs.
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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