{"product_id":"vintage-reversible-sukajan-jacket-dragon-phoenix-crane-turtle-embroidery-black-gold-japanese-souvenir-bomber-size-m","title":"Vintage Reversible Sukajan Jacket Dragon Phoenix Crane Turtle Embroidery Black Gold Japanese Souvenir Bomber Size M","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1sb87tf\" data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"209\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMonumental Four-Auspicious-Creature Embroidery Across Black Satin and Champagne Brocade\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eA spectacular reversible Japanese sukajan presenting two dramatically different expressions of traditional symbolic art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eThe principal black-and-champagne face is almost entirely consumed by an extraordinary gold, ivory and charcoal embroidery composition. A sinuous dragon rises from layered waves on one side while a sweeping phoenix descends from the opposite side, their bodies meeting across the shoulders and continuing around the front panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eTurn the jacket inside out and the mood becomes quieter but no less ornate: champagne brocade with black jacquard sleeves, tonal bird medallions on the chest and an elegant crane-and-turtle composition embroidered across the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eOne side roars. The other whispers in gold. 🐉✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"z2fzva\" data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eIdentification and Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eObject Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversible sukajan souvenir jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Yokosuka-inspired bomber\u003cbr data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eTagged Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M\u003cbr data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003ePrimary Face:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black body with champagne sleeves\u003cbr data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eReverse Face:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne brocade body with black jacquard sleeves\u003cbr data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eMain Motifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon, phoenix, crane and turtle\u003cbr data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eColor Palette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, champagne gold, ivory, silver grey and muted bronze\u003cbr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversible metal zipper\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex Japanese medium with a compact vintage bomber silhouette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1knfe37\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eDragon and Phoenix Face\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eThe black face delivers the jacket’s most theatrical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eA large dragon coils upward through embroidered seigaiha-style waves, its scales and mane articulated through layers of gold, ivory, taupe and charcoal thread. Opposite it, an expansive phoenix spreads its wings across the upper back, filling the shoulder area with individually worked feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003eThe artwork continues around the torso so the dragon and phoenix remain visible from the front. Rather than relying on separate chest emblems, the embroidery wraps around the garment, giving the imagery the scale and movement of a complete textile mural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19rqcm\" data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eCrane and Turtle Brocade Face\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eThe reverse presents a refined champagne jacquard ground woven with dense cloud and dragon-like patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003eTonal auspicious-bird medallions decorate the chest, while the back features a circular crane-and-turtle composition rendered in pale ivory embroidery. The design recalls the traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003etsuru-kame\u003c\/strong\u003e pairing, long associated with endurance, harmony and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eBlack jacquard sleeves, striped piping and monochrome ribbing prevent the pale-gold face from becoming overly formal, preserving the athletic sukajan silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eb2gfs\" data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eIconography and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003eThe four principal creatures create a visual language of balance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eDragon:\u003c\/strong\u003e energy, authority and upward momentum\u003cbr data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003ePhoenix:\u003c\/strong\u003e renewal, refinement and harmony\u003cbr data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003eCrane:\u003c\/strong\u003e grace, fidelity and long life\u003cbr data-start=\"2925\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eTurtle:\u003c\/strong\u003e endurance, stability and protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"3120\"\u003eTogether, they transform the jacket into more than decorative streetwear. It becomes a wearable constellation of auspicious Japanese imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1uilg3v\" data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003eMaterials and Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003eThe exact fibre composition is unconfirmed, but the garment appears to feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"us0xsf\" data-start=\"3234\" data-end=\"3264\"\u003eLustrous satin-finish fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jqn5rj\" data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003eWoven jacquard brocade panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16iz65c\" data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003eDense multicoloured machine embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bsoqw\" data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3376\"\u003eRib-knit collar, cuffs and waistband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lr4k6y\" data-start=\"3377\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003eReversible metal zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lpo70a\" data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3442\"\u003eFunctional welt pockets on both faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1awfd9a\" data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003eContrasting sleeve stripes and piping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e9mxrh\" data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003eRaglan-style bomber construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3646\"\u003eThe embroidery is especially substantial, covering much of the torso and creating a richly textured, almost sculptural surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17i18hi\" data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3668\"\u003ePeriod Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3873\"\u003eThe construction, jacquard textiles, tonal reverse embroidery and highly elaborate wraparound design appear consistent with Japanese sukajan revival production from approximately the late 1990s to 2000s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3887\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3889\" data-end=\"3948\"\u003ePre-owned vintage condition with age-appropriate character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3950\" data-end=\"4189\"\u003eVisible characteristics include natural satin wrinkling, gentle surface wear, minor thread irregularities and subtle tonal variation on the lighter fabric. The densely embroidered imagery remains vivid, dimensional and visually commanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4191\" data-end=\"4292\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gjfz58\" data-start=\"4294\" data-end=\"4321\"\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4323\" data-end=\"4351\"\u003eManufacturer’s Tag Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4355\" data-end=\"4522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4355\" data-end=\"4375\"\u003eA — Body Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4381\" data-end=\"4384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4404\"\u003eB — Chest Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4447\"\u003eC — Sleeve Length from Collar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4453\" data-end=\"4456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4456\" data-end=\"4487\"\u003eD — Underarm Sleeve Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 49 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4496\" data-end=\"4514\"\u003eE — Hem Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4524\" data-end=\"4747\"\u003eJapanese size M generally fits more compactly than many contemporary Western medium jackets. Please compare these measurements with a similar garment that fits comfortably and allow additional room for movement or layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1wyv9na\" data-start=\"4749\" data-end=\"4776\"\u003eWhy Collect This Jacket?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"5220\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cr9ld7\" data-start=\"4778\" data-end=\"4820\"\u003eFully reversible two-design construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cjq2a5\" data-start=\"4821\" data-end=\"4863\"\u003eMonumental dragon and phoenix embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8r1cnm\" data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"4898\"\u003eCrane-and-turtle longevity motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"locwd\" data-start=\"4899\" data-end=\"4936\"\u003eRare four-auspicious-creature theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b9oz9x\" data-start=\"4937\" data-end=\"4979\"\u003eBlack satin and champagne-gold colourway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9sho21\" data-start=\"4980\" data-end=\"5016\"\u003eLuxurious jacquard brocade reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13r7za5\" data-start=\"5017\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003eEmbroidery extending across the front and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l7cvph\" data-start=\"5066\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003eHighly wearable Japanese textile art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uezipu\" data-start=\"5105\" data-end=\"5173\"\u003eStrong crossover between sukajan, tattoo art and luxury streetwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6tz5gr\" data-start=\"5174\" data-end=\"5220\"\u003eSize M collector-friendly vintage silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5222\" data-end=\"5391\"\u003eWhether worn with denim and boots, layered over minimalist black clothing or displayed as textile art, this jacket possesses tremendous visual presence from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"b7guou\" data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5440\"\u003eOffers, Questions and Additional Photographs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5442\" data-end=\"5612\"\u003eReasonable offers are welcome and will be considered thoughtfully. Some pieces have greater pricing flexibility than others, but serious proposals are always appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5614\" data-end=\"5758\"\u003eAdditional photographs may be available for buyers wishing to inspect the embroidery, zipper, ribbing, pockets or fabric condition more closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"niqaet\" data-start=\"5760\" data-end=\"5789\"\u003eCondition and Sales Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5791\" data-end=\"5850\"\u003eThis vintage garment is sold \u003cstrong data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5849\"\u003eas is and as photographed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5852\" data-end=\"6062\"\u003eNatural creasing, surface variation, minor wear and previous use are inherent parts of its vintage character. All sales are final, with no returns, exchanges, refunds or post-purchase condition claims accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vdjkwa\" data-start=\"6064\" data-end=\"6085\"\u003eWorldwide Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6087\" data-end=\"6170\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available through Japan Post EMS wherever service is offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6172\" data-end=\"6340\"\u003eShipping and handling charges are calculated according to destination. Tracking details are generally provided approximately three to five business days after shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6342\" data-end=\"6428\"\u003eThe jacket will be carefully folded, protected and packaged for international transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6430\" data-end=\"6893\"\u003e#Sukajan #VintageSukajan #ReversibleJacket #DragonJacket #PhoenixJacket #CraneJacket #TurtleMotif #JapaneseBomber #SouvenirJacket #YokosukaJacket #JapaneseEmbroidery #BlackGoldJacket #BrocadeJacket #SatinBomber #JapaneseStreetwear #VintageJapan #WearableArt #TattooArtFashion #JapaneseMythology #AuspiciousSymbols #UnisexJacket #CollectorJacket #EmbroideredBomber #JapanFashion #StatementJacket #OrientalJacket #SizeMJacket #RareJacket #JapaneseVintage #Japonista\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6917\" data-end=\"7150\"\u003ereversible sukajan, dragon phoenix, crane turtle jacket, black gold jacket, japanese bomber, souvenir jacket, embroidered jacket, yokosuka jacket, size m sukajan, japan streetwear, tattoo art jacket, brocade bomber, wearable art coat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19cou3w\" data-start=\"7152\" data-end=\"7169\"\u003eMaterial Tags\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7171\" data-end=\"7289\"\u003esatin fabric, jacquard brocade, embroidery thread, rib knit trim, metal zipper, woven textile, reversible construction\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52834482782501,"sku":"SK 2126 2162 M","price":348.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/SK21262162_9.jpg?v=1784772028","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/vintage-reversible-sukajan-jacket-dragon-phoenix-crane-turtle-embroidery-black-gold-japanese-souvenir-bomber-size-m","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}