Matsuri Festival Coat with Dragon Details

Hand-sewn happi 法被 (straight-sleeved jacket) worn for Matsuri festivals and celebrations. Features a motif of dragons hand-painted on the sleeve ends. Based on the shoulder wear and patching, this was likely owned by someone who handled the float. Family crest on back: 右一つ巴 Migi hitotsu tomoe *It is often used in shrines of the “Hachiman-gu 八幡宮” lineage that enshrine “Hachiman-jin 八幡神” as their main deity. Migi-hitotsu-tomoe. Vegetal dyed cotton Early 20th Century 36" x 49.25" (length, width) FT-Y3851