■ PRODUCT DETAILS ■

• Era: Late Showa Period (approx. 1960s–80s)
• Material: Believed to be pure silk. As we are unable to confirm this with certainty, please refer to the product images for your own assessment.

Five crests of the plum blossom rest quietly against a field of black.

The Maru ni Umebachi — a plum flower enclosed within a circle — has long been cherished by samurai and merchant families alike as a symbol of integrity and refinement. A haori bearing five crests across the chest, sleeves, and back represents the pinnacle of formal dress in Japanese menswear. This one was found in Tohoku, in the north of Japan.

Flip it open, and another world appears. A sansui landscape unfolds across the lining — pine trees, mountains, a thatched-roof cottage, a river, and solitary figures rendered in ink and soft colour. The tension of the black exterior against the quiet pastoral scene within: this contrast is what makes this haori truly singular.

Far removed from mass production, this piece was crafted by hand — the kind of careful, skilled work that no factory line can replicate. As the world turns away from fast fashion, Japanese vintage wafuku is being rediscovered by collectors and fashion lovers across Europe and North America. In the global conversation around slow fashion, pieces like this are no longer relics — they are the answer.

Styling

This haori works as a statement outer layer in any modern wardrobe. The generous, oversized silhouette drapes effortlessly over denim, wide-leg trousers, or tailored separates. Wearing five crests — the highest mark of formal Japanese dress — as everyday layering is a statement that fast fashion simply cannot make.

Sourced from Tohoku and tailored in the late Showa era, this is a piece that carries both history and quiet authority.

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■ SIZE ■

Measurements are approximate. Minor variations may occur.

■ CONDITION ■

• A slight whitish discolouration is visible on part of one sleeve.
• Haori himo (cord) is not included.
• This item has been laundered twice by us. A faint vintage scent may remain. Please note that any damage or odour that occurs after ordering, washing, or wearing is not eligible for return or exchange.

This item is a vintage piece with age-appropriate characteristics. Please ensure you are comfortable with the nature of vintage clothing before placing your order. We appreciate your understanding.