{"product_id":"1940年代後半-日本製-mサイズ-アメリカ軍-m-1943-フィールドジャケット-トーカルメイド-中古品","title":"Late 1940s, Made in Japan, Size M, U.S. Army M-1943 Field Jacket, Tokal Made, Used","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"93\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis jacket seems to perfectly capture the atmosphere of Japan in the immediate postwar period.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eBased on the U.S. military\u0026rsquo;s iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eM-1943 field jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an extremely rare locally made piece believed to have been manufactured in Japan. Although numerous military supplies and garments were produced in Japan for the occupying forces after the war, this jacket retains many of the distinctive details characteristic of that early period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eIts most distinctive feature is the specifications of various parts that attest to its Japanese origin: \u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"268\"\u003ea size tag with red lettering on a white background\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"294\"\u003ea white label reminiscent of the M-1950 jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"310\"\u003ea YKK zipper\u003c\/strong\u003e.Furthermore, the label on the inside of the collar uses a material resembling plaster tape, similar to that found on U.S. military uniforms from World War II; however, the print has become illegible due to age. Nevertheless, the craftsmanship and use of materials strongly suggest that this jacket was produced in a factory within Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"547\"\u003eIt is likely \u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"485\"\u003ea jacket manufactured by a Japanese company between the late 1940s and early 1950s as a contract item for the U.S. military\u003c\/strong\u003e.It is a jacket of high historical value, symbolizing the era when Japan\u0026rsquo;s garment manufacturing technology began to support U.S. military procurement amid postwar reconstruction. It is truly unique to Japan during the occupation period. It is no exaggeration to say that Japanese-made \u0026ldquo;Tiger Stripe\u0026rdquo; uniforms and combat uniforms stem directly from this legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eWhile the design follows the M-1943 pattern, the meticulous stitching and attention to detail characteristic of Japanese craftsmanship are evident throughout. It possesses a distinct atmosphere different from American-made versions, making it not only a fascinating addition to any military collection but also a valuable artifact for understanding the history of postwar Japanese industry and garment manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eThis is a used item. The printing on the tag has faded, but that is a testament to the long years it has endured. Overall, there is minimal damage, and considering its age, it remains in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eThis rare, locally made model combines the classic M-1943 Field Jacket with Japan\u0026rsquo;s postwar history. It is not merely a military jacket, but \u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"864\"\u003ea historical piece\u003c\/strong\u003e that \u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"864\"\u003econveys the relationship between Japan and the U.S. military during the postwar reconstruction period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026mdash;a true gem that we highly recommend you experience firsthand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"912\"\u003ePlease note that since this is a used item, returns are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"912\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"949\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShoulder width: 50 cm; Chest\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\" \/\u003ewidth: 62 cm; Length\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\" \/\u003e: 73 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"946\" \/\u003e; Sleeve length: 61 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48426910580977,"sku":"WWII-4050-185","price":82.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_6451_37e548b0-e88b-4496-9dc6-a3d4f0fb7bb0.jpg?v=1784549606","url":"https:\/\/uk.militaria-1911.com\/products\/late-1940s-made-in-japan-size-m-u-s-army-m-1943-field-jacket-tokal-made-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}