This men's haori is a quintessential example of high-level summer formal wear, utilizing the specialized ro (gauze-silk) weave to create a garment that balances architectural structure with essential breathability. The jacket is rendered in a deep, saturated black, providing a minimalist and somber field that serves as a canvas for its formal insignia.
The garment is distinguished by five white mon (family crests) depicting the futa-tomoe (double comma) motif, strategically placed on the center back, the back of each sleeve, and both front lapels. This "five-crest" (itsutsu-mon) arrangement signifies the highest tier of formality in Japanese tradition. The ro technique is characterized by its rhythmic, horizontal rows of open-work gauze, which give the silk a semi-transparent quality and a distinct linear texture that interacts subtly with the light.
It's in very good condition, measuring 52 inches (132 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end and standing at 42 inches (107 cm) tall.