This early 1950s piece features a striking "reverse color scheme" of orange and black, with the underarms being darker than the body. In contrast, the embroidery, using monochrome threads reminiscent of ink painting, depicts an eagle spreading its wings, preparing to take flight from the waves. The ribbing is also composed of black with yellow and white lines, resulting in a unified color scheme throughout.
The reversible side features a design called "Dragon Head," which depicts the dragon's head in detail, with its radially spreading mane creating a sense of dynamism. The pale green dragon and colorful thunderclouds stand out against the wine-red satin fabric. The dragon and tiger on the chest are depicted in their entirety, and the exquisitely balanced embroidery is a feat that only a skilled craftsman could achieve.
This is the most standard type of souvenir jacket, a reversible type using acetate fabric on both sides. Post-war Sukajan jackets used acetate, a material that was not subject to material controls and had a luxurious feel similar to silk. Because it has no padding, it can be worn in any season, and its unique drape is also appealing.
