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Vintage Japanese Japan Hannya Evil Devil Sakura Rose Sword Tattoo Art Design Embroidered Yokosuka Jumper Bomber Sukajan Souvenir Jacket M

Vintage Japanese Japan Hannya Evil Devil Sakura Rose Sword Tattoo Art Design Embroidered Yokosuka Jumper Bomber Sukajan Souvenir Jacket M

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Crimson Japanese Souvenir Jacket with Horned Hannya Masks, Cherry Blossoms, Peonies and Ornate Patterned Reverse

A Fierce Mask Blooming Through a Garden of Flowers

A dramatic vintage Japanese sukajan balancing menace and beauty, this reversible souvenir jacket features horned Hannya masks surrounded by sakura blossoms, peonies, braided cords and a short blade.

The main side is rendered in rich crimson satin with champagne-toned sleeves, creating a theatrical background for the large embroidered mask composition. Turn the jacket inside out to reveal a completely different personality: a restrained black satin body framed by elaborate patterned sleeves filled with gold dragons, blossoms and swirling ornamental forms.

Two jackets seem to inhabit the same garment. One side announces itself in scarlet, flowers and fangs. The other retreats into black, gold and painterly pattern.

Hannya Mask and Floral Iconography

The central image is based on the Hannya mask, recognizable by its horns, metallic-looking eyes and intense expression. In Japanese Noh theatre, the Hannya represents a woman transformed into a wrathful demon through jealousy, resentment and emotional anguish. The image carries both ferocity and sorrow rather than functioning as a simple symbol of evil.

Here, the mask grips a short blade between its teeth while a braided cord loops beneath it. The composition feels closer to Japanese tattoo art and theatrical illustration than conventional souvenir embroidery.

Surrounding the mask are:

  • Sakura blossoms, scattered across the crimson ground and sleeves
  • Peony-like flowers, embroidered in pink, blue, white and green
  • Braided cords and tassels, adding ceremonial movement
  • A short blade, introducing a sharp undercurrent of danger
  • Paired Hannya masks, embroidered across the front chest

The florals soften the mask without diminishing its intensity. Beauty and menace share the same stage, petals drifting around a face carved from rage.

Crimson Hannya Side

The principal side features a deep rose-red satin body contrasted with pale champagne sleeves.

The back carries the largest composition: a horned Hannya face surrounded by peonies and scattered cherry blossoms. Fine black, white, gold, pink, blue and green embroidery gives the design strong dimensional contrast against the saturated red ground.

The front presents two smaller Hannya masks facing inward across the zipper. Sakura blossoms continue across the chest, shoulders and sleeves, allowing the motif to flow around the entire garment rather than remaining confined to one panel.

Striped rib-knit trim in red and cream completes the classic bomber silhouette.

Black Patterned Reverse

The reverse offers a more subdued but equally expressive look.

A plain black satin body is paired with richly patterned sleeves incorporating:

  • Gold dragon forms
  • Pale cherry blossoms
  • Sweeping purple and cream curves
  • Black ornamental grounds
  • Kimono and brocade-inspired visual textures

This side is easier to style as an everyday black bomber while still revealing flashes of maximalist Japanese pattern through the sleeves.

The reversible construction makes the jacket particularly versatile: one side functions as embroidered statement art, while the other presents a darker streetwear profile.

Construction and Materials

The jacket appears to be constructed from a smooth satin-style woven fabric with dense multicolor machine embroidery, rib-knit collar, cuffs and waistband, metal zipper closure and diagonal front pockets.

Its lightweight structure makes it suitable for transitional weather, layering and indoor display. The satin surface responds beautifully to light, shifting between deep burgundy, rose red, champagne and black depending on the angle.

Period Assessment

The materials, embroidery density, reversible structure and tattoo-influenced imagery appear consistent with a later vintage Japanese sukajan revival piece, likely produced during the late 20th or early 21st century.

It preserves the visual language of classic Yokosuka souvenir jackets while embracing the more elaborate floral, tattoo and street-fashion aesthetic associated with later Japanese revival designs.

Condition

Vintage pre-owned condition with visible signs of age and wear.

The photographs show natural satin creasing, surface variation, scattered discoloration and age-related marks, particularly across portions of the pale sleeves. Minor thread wear, embroidery irregularities and softened ribbing may also be present.

These characteristics contribute to the garment’s genuine vintage appearance and should be considered part of its individual history.

Please examine all photographs closely, as they form an important part of the description and provide the clearest representation of the satin, embroidery, coloration and overall condition.

Size

Manufacturer’s Tag Size: M

Please compare the garment’s measurements with a similar jacket that fits comfortably before purchasing. Vintage Japanese sizing and bomber proportions can differ from contemporary standardized sizing.

Why This Jacket Stands Apart

This is not a quiet floral bomber. It is a complete visual drama built around contrasts:

Crimson against champagne.
Black against gold.
Flowers against horns.
Soft satin against a blade held between clenched teeth.

The reversible construction, extensive sleeve embroidery and unusual combination of Hannya masks, peonies, sakura and tattoo-style ornament give the jacket strong collector and display appeal.

It would suit:

  • Sukajan and Yokosuka jacket collectors
  • Japanese tattoo-art enthusiasts
  • Hannya and Noh-mask collectors
  • Maximalist streetwear wardrobes
  • Japanese vintage fashion archives
  • Alternative, punk and rock styling
  • Wearable-art and textile collectors
  • Editorial photography or display

Offers

Reasonable offers are welcome.

Some pieces in our collection offer more flexibility than others, but thoughtful proposals are always considered seriously. Please feel welcome to contact us with your preferred figure before purchasing.

Product Representation and Sales Policy

Every effort has been made to represent the jacket accurately through the photographs and written description.

Colors may vary slightly according to lighting, display settings and the reflective character of satin fabric. Vintage garments may contain age-related marks, softened areas, thread irregularities or other signs of previous ownership.

This item is sold as-is and as photographed. All sales are final, with no returns, exchanges, claims or refunds. Questions are warmly welcomed before purchase so that condition, sizing and expectations can be clarified in advance.

Worldwide Shipping

Worldwide shipping is available through Japan Post EMS wherever service is supported.

The jacket will be carefully folded, protected and packaged for international transit. Tracking information is generally supplied approximately 3–5 business days after shipment.

Delivery schedules may vary depending on destination, customs processing and local postal conditions. Any import duties, taxes or destination-country charges are the buyer’s responsibility.

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Material Tags

satin-style fabric, multicolor embroidery thread, rib-knit trim, metal zipper, woven patterned textile, silky lining, embroidered floral fabric

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