Vintage 1950s Japanese Firefighter Happi / Hanten Coat – Faded Cotton & Timeless Style

Vintage 1950s Japanese Firefighter Happi / Hanten Coat – Faded Cotton & Timeless Style

Discover an authentic 1950s Japanese firefighter happi / hanten coat, crafted from durable cotton and showcasing faded colors, repair marks, and traditional Japanese workwear design. This one-of-a-kind vintage piece is perfect for fashion, streetwear, and DIY or handmade projects.

Vintage 1950s Japanese firefighter happi coat made of cotton

Japanese happi and hanten coats have long been a part of Japan’s workwear culture, worn by firefighters, merchants, and festival participants. Their bold designs, including large back emblems, shoulder stripes, and distinctive color patterns, made them recognizable and symbolic within local communities.

Authentic Japanese workwear happi coat from the 1950s

This particular 1950s firefighter happi coat is made from durable cotton, naturally faded over decades of use. The collar has been replaced with indigo-dyed fabric featuring old kanji characters. The coat shows authentic wear, including repair marks, fraying, and discoloration—adding to its unique charm.

Authentic 1950s Japanese workwear coat

Vintage Japanese cotton hanten or happi coat with historical character

Styled with a cap, white T-shirt, and workwear pants, this happi coat seamlessly blends heritage with modern streetwear. Overseas, Japanese firefighter happi and hanten jackets are increasingly appreciated by slow fashion enthusiasts and collectors.

Whether for fashion, collection, or as material for DIY and handmade projects, this coat offers endless possibilities.

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