Vintage Kimono Jacket (Haori) - Red Shibori-Dyed H012

• ✓ Ships from Tokyo, Japan in 2–4 business days
• ✓ EMS international shipping — tracked and insured
• ✓ One-of-a-kind vintage — once sold, never restocked

A vintage haori, hand-selected by kimono specialists in Tokyo. The haori is a traditional Japanese jacket, originally worn open over a kimono.

Styling

Lightweight and versatile, it can be styled over a T-shirt or dress, or as a relaxed alternative to a blazer.

About This Piece

• Era: Mid-20th century vintage
• Technique: Shibori (絞り染め, tie-dyeing)
• Origin: Japan

Shibori is a traditional Japanese resist-dyeing technique. Sections of the silk are hand-bound, folded, or stitched before dyeing, creating intricate undyed patterns. Examples of Shibori dyeing are preserved among the 8th-century Shōsōin treasures in Nara, making it one of Japan's oldest documented textile techniques. A single piece can take weeks to complete, and the distinctive three-dimensional texture cannot be replicated by machine — it emerges naturally from the binding process itself.

A vivid vermilion-red ground is patterned with fine white shibori-style dots forming a continuous fan-shaped motif reminiscent of seigaiha (overlapping waves). The bold color and traditional repeating pattern come together for a bright, refined impression.

Sizing & Fit

• Length: 82 cm / 32.3 in
• Shoulder Width: 64.5 cm / 25.4 in
• Sleeve Length: 32.5 cm / 12.8 in
• Body Width: 63 cm / 24.8 in
• Weight: 576 g (approx. 1.27 lb)

Fit Guide

Designed to be worn open over your outfit, this haori comfortably accommodates Women's US Size S–L (EU 36–42 / UK 8–14). The traditional Japanese silhouette drapes more loosely on smaller frames and more fitted on taller frames.

Note: Kimono-style garments are not designed to fit the body closely like Western clothing, so the size range is approximate. Refer to the measurements above for precision.

Model Reference

Model is 165 cm (5'5"). On her, the haori falls to mid-thigh with a relaxed, draped silhouette.

Material

Silk

Why This Piece Is One of a Kind

• Dyed on original vintage fabric — no other haori shares the exact same pattern.
• The textile quality and weaving precision found in vintage haori of this era are no longer commercially manufactured.
• Hand-selected one by one by kimono specialists in Tokyo.
• Once sold, this exact piece is gone — we cannot reorder it.

Item Condition

Normal vintage condition. Typical signs of age such as slight fading or minor wear. These are not considered defects but a natural part of the piece's age and character.

Shipping

• Ships from Tokyo, Japan via EMS (Japan Post) — tracked and insured.
• International shipping for this item (estimate): ¥3,500 (calculated at checkout based on destination and weight).
• Estimated delivery: We ship within 2–4 business days of your order. International delivery takes 5–10 business days after dispatch.

Import Duties & Taxes

Customs duties, VAT, and clearance fees vary by destination country/region and product category, and are not included in the product price. We ship via EMS (Japan Post); in your destination country, delivery and customs handling are carried out by the local postal carrier. Any duties are assessed by your country's customs authority and may be payable on delivery. We recommend checking your country's customs authority (or an online import-duty estimator) for an estimate before purchase. We declare the full purchase value on all customs forms and cannot mark items as "gift" or undervalue them.

Returns

Because each piece is a one-of-a-kind vintage item, all sales are final. We can only accept returns in cases of significant transit damage or wrong-item shipment, reported with photos within 3 days of delivery.

Care & Notes

This piece is a delicate vintage item and should be handled with care. Due to the delicate nature of silk, it should not be washed in water. If needed, we recommend gently airing it in the shade in a well-ventilated area. Small stains, soiling, fraying, or fading from the original vintage kimono fabric may remain, but these are part of the history the fabric has lived through.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via the "Contact" page in our shop.