{"product_id":"vintage-yamane-evisu-kintaro-koi-embroidered-jeans-w31-tapered-japanese-amekaji-denim-lot-1926","title":"Vintage YAMANE EVISU Kintaro Koi Embroidered Jeans W31 Tapered Japanese Amekaji Denim Lot 1926","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRare Indigo Five-Pocket Jeans with Waterfall Carp Embroidery, Kintarō Folk Hero and Auspicious Face Back Pocket\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA visually exceptional pair of YAMANE Lot 1926 embroidered jeans combining dark indigo denim, classic five-pocket workwear construction and an elaborate Japanese folklore scene extending across the front left thigh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidery depicts \u003cstrong\u003eKintarō\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japan’s legendary “Golden Boy,” crouching above a rocky waterfall with his characteristic axe while powerful carp surge through foaming water below. Worked in coral red, black, yellow, turquoise, silver-grey, pale green and gold-toned thread, the composition has the scale and density of sukajan embroidery translated onto heavyweight denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse introduces a second focal point: a large smiling auspicious face embroidered directly across the left back pocket. Its exaggerated cheeks, ears and pale blue hair give the jeans an unmistakably playful YAMANE character, while the opposite pocket remains comparatively restrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally tagged \u003cstrong\u003e31 × 31\u003c\/strong\u003e, this pair appears to have been previously shortened and tapered into a cleaner contemporary silhouette. The actual inseam is approximately 70 cm \/ 27.6 in, so the physical measurements should be used rather than the original tagged length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a distance, these read as richly aged dark-indigo jeans with restrained fading. Up close, the embroidery opens into an entire miniature narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper body remains mostly undecorated, allowing the denim’s naturally developed whiskering, vertical grain and tonal movement to remain visible. The embroidered scene begins below the front pocket and travels down the thigh, creating a strong asymmetrical composition without overwhelming the whole garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe child hero’s vermilion complexion and striped apron provide the brightest color, while the lower section shifts into cooler aquatic shades. Silver and charcoal carp emerge through turquoise water, surrounded by reeds, foam and rock formations. Gold-toned fins and vegetation catch the light against the deep blue ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse has an entirely different personality. The oversized smiling face sits inside the curved back-pocket construction, turning a functional denim detail into a bold emblem. Together, the front folklore scene and rear portrait create a garment that changes character depending on the viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdentification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e YAMANE \/ ヤマネ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Association:\u003c\/strong\u003e EVISU and YAMANE denim lineage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1926\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatch Wording:\u003c\/strong\u003e YAMANE Sophisticated Urban Genes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatch Address:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 13 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTagged Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31 × 31\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% cotton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry Marking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in China\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarment Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-pocket embroidered denim jeans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-button fly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular upper block with adjusted tapered leg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark indigo blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese amekaji, embroidered denim, folklore streetwear\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGender Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jeans themselves are branded YAMANE. Japanese retailers and resale specialists frequently catalogue Lot 1926 garments within the broader EVISU\/YAMANE collector category, reflecting the close design and market association between the names. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKintarō and the Carp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central embroidered figure is consistent with \u003cstrong\u003eKintarō\u003c\/strong\u003e, the famously powerful child hero of Japanese folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKintarō is traditionally shown with a ruddy or vermilion body, a patterned apron and a large axe. One of his most celebrated visual narratives places him beside, riding or wrestling an enormous carp near a waterfall. Historic versions of the subject survive in major museum collections, including a nineteenth-century \u003cem\u003eKintaro with Carp\u003c\/em\u003e at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and a British Museum diptych describing the strong boy wrestling a giant carp at the base of a waterfall. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn these jeans, the traditional confrontation is arranged vertically. Kintarō occupies the rocky summit while the carp rise through turbulent water below. The design draws together themes of exceptional strength, spirited determination and the struggle to overcome powerful natural forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is not merely a small decorative logo. It functions as a complete pictorial embroidery extending from the upper thigh toward the knee, placing the jeans within the same visual universe as Japanese sukajan jackets, wagara workwear and contemporary tattoo-influenced denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEmbroidered Back-Pocket Figure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left rear pocket carries a large smiling face with rounded cheeks, prominent ears and pale blue-grey hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts precise character name is not stated on the visible labels, so it is presented here as an auspicious or humorous YAMANE face motif rather than assigned an unsupported identity. The expression introduces warmth and wit to the otherwise dramatic Kintarō composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidery fills most of the pocket while preserving the original curved pocket shape and contrast stitching. This unusual placement gives the rear view immediate collector appeal without relying on the more common painted seagull or oversized Daicock-style pocket treatment associated with many EVISU-family jeans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA narrow red textile accent is visible inside the upper edge of the opposite back pocket, providing a small but deliberate flash of contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDenim, Construction and Hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jeans are constructed in substantial indigo cotton denim with a classic five-pocket arrangement:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo curved front pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall coin pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo rear patch pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced belt loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-button fly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrast copper-orange stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV-shaped rear yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge branded waist patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbroidered front and rear artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fly uses several individually decorated metal buttons rather than a zipper. The hardware has developed natural darkening and surface variation that harmonize with the worn indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe denim retains a rich, relatively dark base with visible fading around the lap, front pockets, knees, seat and seam edges. Horizontal creasing and soft whiskering give the fabric depth, while the lower legs remain comparatively even and dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original 31-inch length has been altered. The present approximately 70 cm \/ 27.6 in inseam indicates that the legs were shortened, and the shape appears to have been narrowed into a more tapered line. This alteration makes the pair easier to style with boots, loafers or sneakers, but buyers should rely strictly on the actual measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo claim of Japanese manufacture is made. The interior woven label clearly identifies the jeans as \u003cstrong\u003e100% cotton and Made in China\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand and Label Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear waist patch reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYAMANE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSophisticated Urban Genes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 13 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot 1926\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize 31 × 31\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior label repeats the 31 × 31 size and identifies the material as 100% cotton with Chinese manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Lan Kwai Fong and Made in China YAMANE label configuration was already being discussed by denim collectors in 2006. That documentation supports an early-to-mid-2000s attribution for the line, although it does not establish the exact production year of this individual pair. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeriod Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLikely dating to the \u003cstrong\u003eearly or mid-2000s\u003c\/strong\u003e, these jeans belong to the period when YAMANE and EVISU-related denim expanded beyond minimalist heritage reproductions into elaborate embroidery, humorous character work and regionally distributed fashion lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lot 1926 designation, Lan Kwai Fong patch, multi-button fly, oversized embroidery and dark-indigo finish are consistent with surviving YAMANE examples from that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precise year has not been confirmed. The most responsible public attribution is therefore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage or vintage-era YAMANE Lot 1926, likely early-to-mid 2000s.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in good pre-owned vintage condition with visible wear, natural fading and a previous alteration to the legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe denim shows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural whiskering and fading across the upper thighs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft vertical and horizontal tonal variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreasing from wear and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild abrasion around pocket edges and seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear and loose fibers around selected belt loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFraying around the buttonhole and fly area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural oxidation and darkening to the hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface wear to the rear waist patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor loose or raised embroidery threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight rubbing across portions of the carp and foliage embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftening around the back pockets and seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreviously shortened and tapered legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible alteration at the hems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kintarō, carp and rear-pocket face embroidery remain visually strong and substantially intact. Their colors retain excellent contrast against the indigo denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo major open tear or large structural loss is visible in the photographed areas. The jeans retain the character expected of an older, previously worn and altered collector garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions and Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate laid-flat measurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTagged size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31 × 31\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaist laid flat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 cm \/ 15.7 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate waist circumference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 cm \/ 31.5 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront rise:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 cm \/ 11.8 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInseam:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 cm \/ 27.6 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal length \/ outseam:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 cm \/ 39.4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tagged 31-inch waist remains broadly consistent with the photographed measurement. The present inseam, however, is significantly shorter than the original tagged 31-inch length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper block has a classic amekaji jean profile with a substantial rise and comfortable room through the seat and thigh. The adjusted lower legs create a more tapered, contemporary finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair may work particularly well for someone who normally wears approximately W30–31 and prefers a cropped or ankle-length silhouette. Fit will vary according to body shape and where the waistband is worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease compare every measurement with a well-fitting pair of jeans. The actual measurements take precedence over the original tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling and Collecting Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese jeans sit at the intersection of several important Japanese fashion categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYAMANE and EVISU-associated denim collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese amekaji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWagara embroidered clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSukajan-inspired streetwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese folklore fashion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly-2000s designer denim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTattoo-art-inspired embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage hip-hop denim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese workwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement jeans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark indigo keeps them surprisingly wearable despite the elaborate artwork. From one side, the outfit remains quiet and workwear-oriented. From the embroidered side, the Kintarō and waterfall composition becomes the visual center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey pair especially well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlain white or black T-shirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoopwheel sweatshirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSukajan jackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenim chore coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather jackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary outerwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineer boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-top sneakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese heritage brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCropped or boxy streetwear layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe altered length can be used intentionally to expose boots, patterned socks or high-top footwear rather than being treated simply as a limitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor display, the embroidery has enough scale and narrative detail for the jeans to function as a collectible textile object even when not worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOffers, Shipping and Store Policies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRespectful and reasonable offers may be considered. Flexibility depends on the rarity, condition, embroidery quality and current international demand for the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pre-owned vintage jeans sold in their existing condition. The photographs form an essential part of the description and document the denim fading, embroidery, labels, hardware and adjusted silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review the dimensions carefully before purchasing. The jeans have been shortened and tapered, and the actual inseam differs from the original 31-inch tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns, claims and exchanges are not ordinarily accepted, subject to applicable Etsy policies, purchase protection and mandatory consumer law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available through Japan Post EMS where service is offered. The parcel will include tracking and will normally be prepared within 3–5 business days. Delivery timing depends on destination and customs processing. Import duties and local taxes remain the buyer’s responsibility where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e#Yamane #YamaneJeans #EvisuYamane #EvisuJeans #Kintaro #KintaroJeans #KoiEmbroidery #CarpEmbroidery #JapaneseDenim #VintageDenim #Amekaji #JapaneseStreetwear #Wagara #EmbroideredJeans #IndigoDenim #Lot1926 #JapanFashion #JapaneseFolklore #WearableArt #SukajanStyle #TattooArtFashion #VintageStreetwear #MensDenim #UnisexJeans #TaperedJeans #DarkIndigo #CollectorDenim #JapaneseWorkwear #RareDenim #Japonista\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eyamane jeans, evisu yamane, kintaro jeans, koi embroidered, japanese denim, amekaji jeans, w31 denim, lot 1926 jeans, tapered jeans, embroidered denim, japan streetwear, vintage denim, folk art jeans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial Tags\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecotton denim, embroidery thread, metal buttons, metal rivets, woven label, waist patch, sewing thread\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52924917186853,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/evisukintaro_9.png?v=1785472049","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/vintage-yamane-evisu-kintaro-koi-embroidered-jeans-w31-tapered-japanese-amekaji-denim-lot-1926","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}