Tailor Toyo Late 1950's Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket Polar Bear x Alaska Map Size:Large Rear zip for entry

Rear zip for entry

Woven Coherence label

Similar to originals from the period

Undyed natural stitching

Iron UFO rivets (made in USA)

Tailor Toyo Late 1950's Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket Polar Bear x Alaska Map Size:Large Rear zip for entryThe 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