{"product_id":"japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-dark-charcoal-wool-no-fur-collar-taisho-showa-inverness","title":"1920s–1930s Japanese Vintage Tonbi Mantle | Dark Charcoal Wool | No Fur Collar | Inverness-Style Double Cape","description":"\u003cp\u003e· Era: Taisho – Early Showa Period (approx. 1910s–1930s)\u003cbr\u003e· Material: Wool\u003cbr\u003e· Color: Dark Charcoal (near-black)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e── The Aesthetics of Restraint ──\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe literary man striding through the brick streets of Ginza.\u003cbr\u003eThe artist composing poetry in a dimly lit café.\u003cbr\u003eThe gentleman heading to the Imperial Theatre on a winter night.\u003cbr\u003eThis Tonbi carries the quiet gravity of that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ What Is a Tonbi Coat?\u003cbr\u003eThe Tonbi (also known as Niju-Mawashi, meaning \"double wrap\") is a sleeveless cape-style overcoat beloved by Japanese intellectuals, writers, and craftsmen from the late Meiji through the Taisho and early Showa periods. Its origins trace back to the Inverness Cape — born in the Scottish Highlands and arriving in Japan in the latter half of the 19th century, where it was embraced for its ability to be worn over both kimono and Western dress, evolving into something distinctly Japanese.\u003cbr\u003eYou may recognise the silhouette: it shares the same lineage as the coat worn by Sherlock Holmes. A rare garment where Eastern and Western aesthetics converge.\u003cbr\u003eThe double-layer structure — a cape enveloping the shoulders and arms, with a long coat beneath — is a masterpiece of functional beauty, balancing warmth and freedom of movement. This silhouette walked the same streets as literary giants Natsume Soseki and Ryunosuke Akutagawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ Why This Piece Is Special\u003cbr\u003eThe vast majority of surviving vintage Tonbi coats are black. Charcoal grey is already rare — but this piece goes further: a dark charcoal that shifts toward black depending on the light, carrying a depth and quiet dignity that pure black cannot replicate.\u003cbr\u003eAnd it has no fur collar. No ornamentation of any kind. Just the silhouette, stripped to its essence. Because when there is nothing unnecessary, the form itself speaks. This is masculine aesthetics made tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ Who This Is For\u003cbr\u003e— Lovers of Taisho Roman and Showa Modern aesthetics\u003cbr\u003e— Those who style kimono, Meisen, or Japanese antique dress\u003cbr\u003e— Fans of retro cafés, Meiji-era architecture, and literary Japan\u003cbr\u003e— Those seeking an authentic Inverness cape for cosplay or stage costume\u003cbr\u003e— Anyone drawn to genderless, oversized silhouettes\u003cbr\u003ePairs beautifully with a T-shirt, wide trousers, chukka boots, or geta sandals.\u003cbr\u003eNo two are alike. A witness to history, now in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ SIZE\u003cbr\u003e· Length (back neckline to hem): approx. 120 cm \/ 47.2 in\u003cbr\u003e· Chest (straight across underarm): approx. 58 cm \/ 22.8 in\u003cbr\u003e※ Please allow for minor measurement discrepancies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ CONDITION\u003cbr\u003e· One button has a chip.\u003cbr\u003e· Some areas of surface fabric wear are present.\u003cbr\u003e· The pocket lining (sleeky) has a tear.\u003cbr\u003ePlease examine all photos carefully before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003eThis item has not been laundered or treated. A vintage-specific odour is present. Please note that damage, odour, or changes arising after washing or wearing are not eligible for return or exchange. This item is intended for buyers who understand and appreciate the nature of vintage goods.\u003cbr\u003e※ This item will be compressed for shipping. Some creasing may occur. Please be aware of this before purchasing.\u003cbr\u003e※ Any other items shown on the model are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e■ MORE TONBI COATS FROM NAMBA SHOUTEN\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/japanese-vintage-tonbi-cape-coat-charcoal-grey-wool-taisho-roman-showa-retro-inverness-style-cape-mantle\" title=\"Japanese Vintage Tonbi Cape Coat | Charcoal Grey Wool | Taisho Roman Showa Retro | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Charcoal Grey Wool Tonbi | Taisho Roman \/ Showa Retro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/early-20th-century-japanese-wool-tonbi-mantle-inverness-coat\" title=\"Taisho–Early Showa Japanese Tonbi Mantle Coat | Black Wool | Inverness Style Double Cape | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Black Wool Tonbi | Taisho–Early Showa | Double Cape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1920s-1930s-japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-black-wool-double-cape\" title=\"1920s–1930s Japanese Vintage Tonbi Mantle | Black Wool Double-Cape Inverness Coat | No Fur Collar | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Black Wool Tonbi | 1920s–1930s | No Fur Collar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-inverness-coat-black-wool\" title=\"1920s–1930s Japanese Vintage Tonbi Mantle Coat | Black Wool Inverness-Style Cape with Fur Collar | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Black Wool Tonbi | 1920s–1930s | Fur Collar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-inverness-coat\" title=\"Vintage Japanese Tonbi Cloak | Early 20th Century Inverness Coat | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Vintage Japanese Tonbi Cloak | Early 20th Century\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1920s-japan-vintage-tonbi-mantle-inverness-coat-black-wool\" title=\"1920s Japan Vintage Tonbi Mantle | Black Wool with Removable Otter Fur Collar | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Black Wool Tonbi | 1920s | Removable Otter Fur Collar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/japanese-vintage-inverness-coat-tonbi-mantle-taisho\" title=\"Japanese Vintage Inverness Coat \/ Tonbi Mantle | Antique Wool | NAMBA SHOUTEN\"\u003e→ Japanese Vintage Inverness Coat \/ Tonbi Mantle | Antique Wool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NAMBA SHOUTEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46989040320665,"sku":null,"price":374.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/1396\/5977\/files\/japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-dark-charcoal-wool-taisho-showa-1.jpg?v=1777093983","url":"https:\/\/nambashouten.com\/products\/japanese-vintage-tonbi-mantle-dark-charcoal-wool-no-fur-collar-taisho-showa-inverness","provider":"NAMBA SHOUTEN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}