Label Text:
A national high school baseball tournament was established in 1915. Held in Osaka, it rapidly captured the imagination of the nation, matching the popularity of the collegiate games held in Tokyo. Commemorative garments such as this short jacket were produced for the fans.
SM 2012

Tags:
kimonos; Japanese-American; cloth; black; lines; symbolism; shape; design; decoration and ornament

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