Samurai Jeans - 15oz Kanoko Brown Selvedge Denim Jacket [S552PX-BR]

The Samurai Jeans S552PX-BR brings the distinctive character of the brand’s Kanoko Brown denim to a classic Type II inspired jacket. Built from heavyweight 15oz brown Japanese selvedge denim, the jacket combines Samurai’s rugged approach to fabric development with a vintage workwear silhouette that is easy to wear on its own or paired with the matching S0150BRX jeans.

The Kanoko Brown fabric takes its name from “kanoko,” referring to the spotted pattern of a young deer. Its warm brown colouring and irregular surface give the denim a noticeably different character from Samurai’s traditional indigo fabrics. Woven from slubby cotton yarn, the material begins with plenty of visible texture and irregularity, creating a substantial fabric that will continue to soften and develop character through wear.

Rather than producing the familiar blue-to-white contrast of rope-dyed indigo, the brown denim is designed to age more tonally. High-wear areas gradually lighten while creases and abrasion reveal different shades within the brown colour spectrum. The result is a more subtle evolution, moving through rich brown, faded earth, and lighter worn tones while emphasizing the naturally uneven texture of the denim.

The jacket follows Samurai’s Type II inspired S552 silhouette, featuring the familiar dual chest pocket layout, front pleating, and waist adjusters associated with mid-century denim jackets. Samurai’s signature hardware and Japanese construction reinforce the rugged character of the fabric while keeping the design firmly rooted in traditional workwear.

Made in Japan and designed to become increasingly personal with wear, the S552PX-BR is an ideal companion to Samurai’s Kanoko Brown jeans, whether worn as a matching set or as a standalone alternative to a traditional indigo denim jacket.

Key Features

• 15oz Kanoko Brown Japanese selvedge denim

• Brown dyed denim construction

• Slubby, irregular fabric texture

• Type II inspired S552 silhouette

• Dual chest pockets

• Side hand warmer pockets

• Front pleat detailing

• Waist adjusters

• Tonal brown fading characteristics

• Designed to soften and develop character with wear

• Samurai signature hardware

• One-wash/OW Unsanforized finish

• Made in Japan

• Style number S552PX-BR

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Samurai S552PX-BR Kanoko Brown Jacket in 15oz Japanese selvedge denim with a Type II inspired design, rich texture, and unique tonal fading. Shop now.

Unsanforized denim, one washed at the factory. Minimal further shrinkage with a cold wash and hang dry.

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