Tailor Toyo Late 1950's Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket Polar Bear x Alaska Map

The roots of the Souvenir Jacket, or Sukajan in Japanese, can be traced back to American soldiers stationed in the Pacific following the end of World War II. During the post-war occupation, American troops began using traditional Japanese designs and hand-stitching them into the backs of their jackets to commemorate their time in Japan Popular designs included Japanese (and Chinese) style dragons, cherry blossoms and trees Some would also opt for artwork that could have ranged from local maps to Geisha girls. These pieces would often use rayon and silk.

Drawing from the post-war American presence in Japan the Sukajan jacket of the '40s through '60s has been beautifully reproduced by one of the best out there.  

The body of the garment is cut from a unique velveteen and acetate rayon, original to Tailor Toyo. Their choice and design of fabric are aimed at producing the most aesthetically vintage-looking piece possible. Taken from their vast archive in Japan, Tailor Toyo are able to successfully create a garment steeped in post-WW2 history with a truly authentic, vintage feel. 

• Main: 100% cotton
• Lining: 100% acetate
• Padding: 80% cotton / 20% polyester
• Embroidery: 100% rayon
• Rib: 100% acrylic
• Two slash pockets
• Zip front