Tailor Toyo Late 1950's Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket Polar Bear x Alaska Map Sun Surf × Ito Jakuchu Special Edition Hawaiian Pearl snap buttons

Pearl snap buttons

Wool knit / balancer knit

sea spray and salt

Cut from 100 % brushed cotton flannel in Japan

The 666 Tassel Moccasin Loafer from Alden is one of their signature styles

Tailor Toyo Late 1950's Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket Polar Bear x Alaska Map Sun Surf × Ito Jakuchu Special Edition Hawaiian Pearl snap buttonsThe 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