"Genji Incense" Vintage Haori Jacket

This listing is for a vintage Japanese haori jacket. Learn more about this type of garment below. Bold geometry and tumbling characters give this vintage haori a strikingly modern look in black, red, beige, and muted yellow. The design forms a scattered collage of Genji-ko incense symbols -- geometric marks originating in the traditional incense-comparison game and associated with chapters of The Tale of Genji. The ikat technique uses resist-dyed threads woven together to create the pattern, producing the characteristic softly blurred edges and subtle irregularities visible throughout the design. Signs of age are present, including a few scattered blemishes, see last photos. A woman's haori is a traditional Japanese jacket worn over a kimono, designed to provide both warmth and an added layer of formality. Today, these jackets transition effortlessly into modern fashion as a lightweight, open-front layer. They can be worn over dresses, denim, or simple basics to add texture, color, and a distinctive, artful touch. Haori do not cross over or tie with a sash, like a kimono does - they are meant to be worn open to reveal a bit of what is worn beneath. An optional accessory is the haori himo - little woven ties that are hooked to the little fabric loops that you'll find at the mid-front of the haori - but they are sold separately. We'll select one that goes with this haori if you pick the Add A Himo Pair option above. To choose a pair of our fancier himo, CLICK HERE. Going to display this haori? We offer wooden display rods in five colors to choose from. Add one from the tab below this description. To learn more about the different styles of kimono jacket, watch the video below.