Sugar Cane Men's Denim Sports Jacket, 1950s American Style Unlined Lightweight Cotton Denim Jacket, Made in Japan (SC15913 128 Navy)

Sugar Cane Men's Denim Sports Jacket, 1950s American Style Unlined Lightweight Cotton Denim Jacket, Made in Japan (SC15913 128 Navy)

Sugar Cane

This men's lightweight denim jacket is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a workwear-focused label from Toyo Enterprises known for its vintage-inspired craftsmanship. Inspired by classic American sports jackets from the 1950s and 1960s, this piece reinterprets mid-century sportswear design through the casual texture and everyday wearability of 100% cotton denim. With Sugar Cane's signature attention to detail throughout, it combines classic American sportswear aesthetics with the everyday wearability and casual versatility of denim. Since it is unlined and lightweight, it works well as a light outer layer for mildly cool weather, especially during spring and fall. 

Size and Fit Guide:

Gender: Men.

This item is labeled in Japanese sizing and is designed with a comfortable regular fit inspired by classic American sports jackets. For example, tagged size 38 is close to the range of a U.S./EU size S-M, or approximately 36-38 when compared with general U.S./EU tops sizing. Because the overall fit can vary depending on body type, preferred silhouette, and the design of the garment, the actual garment measurements listed below may serve as a helpful reference when compared with a similar jacket you already own. Since the measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, please allow for slight variations due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.

Our model is wearing a tagged size 38. He is 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 127 lbs (58 kg), and has a chest size of 36 inches (91 cm). He normally wears a US/EU S or 36.

Available Sizes / Approximate Fit Reference for Japanese Tagged Sizes:

Tagged Size 36: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU XS-S, or approximately a US/EU 34-36 in tops.

Tagged Size 38: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU S-M, or approximately a US/EU 36-38 in tops.

Tagged Size 40: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU M-L, or approximately a US/EU 38-40 in tops.

Tagged Size 42: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU L-XL, or approximately a US/EU 40-42 in tops.

The following measurements show the garment itself, not your own body.
Please compare them with a similar piece from your wardrobe to get a better sense of fit.

In inches
Tagged Size 36__Width: 20.9"__Length: 23.6"__Sleeve: 31.1"(22.8")__Shoulder: 16.5"
Tagged Size 38__Width: 22.0"__Length: 25.2"__Sleeve: 31.9"(23.2")__Shoulder: 17.3"
Tagged Size 40__Width: 23.2"__Length: 26.0"__Sleeve: 33.5"(24.4")__Shoulder: 18.1"
Tagged Size 42__Width: 24.8"__Length: 27.2"__Sleeve: 34.3"(24.8")__Shoulder: 18.9"

In centimeters
Tagged Size 36__Width: 53cm__Length: 60cm__Sleeve: 79cm(58cm)__Shoulder: 42cm
Tagged Size 38__Width: 56cm__Length: 64cm__Sleeve: 81cm(59cm)__Shoulder: 44cm
Tagged Size 40__Width: 59cm__Length: 66cm__Sleeve: 85cm(62cm)__Shoulder: 46cm
Tagged Size 42__Width: 63cm__Length: 69cm__Sleeve: 87cm(63cm)__Shoulder: 48cm

Width (Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armhole.

Body Length: Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar meets the body, straight down to the bottom hem.

Sleeve Length: The first sleeve measurement is measured from the center back at the base of the collar seam to the end of the cuff.

Sleeve length in parentheses is measured from the top of the shoulder seam to the end of the cuff.

Shoulder Width: Measured straight across the back from the tip of one shoulder seam to the other.

Made in Japan.
Brand new with tags, in unused condition.
*All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
*Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
*Actual color may differ slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.

Fabric and Construction Details:

Overall Product Character:
- This men's lightweight denim sports jacket is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a workwear-focused label from Toyo Enterprises known for its vintage-inspired approach to fabric, construction, and detailing. The design is based on classic American sports jackets from the 1950s and 1960s, a style historically associated with golf, casual athletics, campus wear, and everyday mid-century American sportswear. Rather than reproducing the style in a conventional plain fabric, Sugar Cane reinterprets it through lightweight 100% cotton denim, giving the jacket a more casual, versatile, and contemporary character while preserving the period-inspired construction details that define the original sports jacket style.

Fabric and Denim Character:
- The jacket is made from lightweight 100% cotton denim with a softly faded appearance. The fabric is woven with indigo-dyed warp yarns and natural-colored weft yarns, creating a denim surface where the natural weft subtly shows through the indigo face. This gives the fabric a soft mottled effect rather than a flat, uniform color. The surface has a mild natural unevenness that reflects the character of the yarn itself, but it is not heavily slubbed, excessively rough, or overly rugged in texture. The result is a denim fabric with a controlled vintage appearance, a casual feel, and enough visual depth to suit the mid-century sportswear design.

Fabric Hand and Finishing:
- The denim is not stiff or rigid, and it has a supple hand that makes the jacket comfortable for everyday wear. Because the fabric is lightweight, it suits the relaxed sports jacket silhouette without making the garment feel overly heavy or bulky. As part of the finishing process, the garment has been pre-washed, also known as one-washed, to help minimize shrinkage and give the denim a more settled feel from the beginning. This one-wash treatment also helps soften the fabric slightly, making the jacket easier to wear from the first use while still allowing the denim to develop character with continued wear.

Selvedge Details:
- Selvedge detailing is used in selected areas of the jacket as a subtle denim construction detail. It appears along the inside of the front placket facing and on the underside of the lower welt at the pocket openings. These details are not overly exposed or decorative in a loud way, but they reflect Sugar Cane's attention to denim-specific construction and give the jacket an additional vintage-inspired character when examined closely.

Unlined Lightweight Construction:
- This is an unlined lightweight jacket, which keeps the overall feel easy, flexible, and suitable for casual layering. Since there is no full lining, the jacket feels lighter on the body and allows the denim fabric itself to define the garment's character. It works well as a light outer layer for mildly cool weather, especially during spring and fall, or as an easy jacket for transitional seasons when a heavier outerwear piece would feel excessive.

Front Zipper Construction:
- The front is equipped with a metal Universal zipper, a detail that reinforces the mid-century sportswear character of the jacket. Along the edge of the zipper placket, a very fine wrapped cord is incorporated. This narrow cord helps create a slightly raised edge along the zipper opening, reducing the chance of the denim fabric being caught by the zipper slider during opening and closing. It also gives the front closure area a more carefully finished appearance, combining practical function with a vintage-style construction detail.

Sleeve Style:
- The jacket is designed with set-in sleeves. A set-in sleeve is attached at the natural shoulder line, creating a clean and traditional shoulder shape compared with raglan or action-sleeve constructions. This sleeve style supports the jacket's classic sportswear appearance and gives the shoulders a neat, structured look while still maintaining the casual ease expected from a lightweight denim jacket.

Collar and Throat Latch Construction:
- The collar is a standless pointed shirt-style collar, meaning it is made without a separate collar stand and has a classic shirt-collar shape. A throat latch, also known as a chin strap, is placed on the underside of the folded-back left collar. One end of the throat latch is sewn to the underside of the collar, while the other end is finished with a buttonhole. A corresponding button is placed on the underside of the folded-back right collar. When the collar is raised and the throat latch is fastened to this button, the neckline can be closed in a stand-collar-like configuration, helping to protect the neck area and improve wind resistance when needed. When the throat latch is not in use, it can be fastened to the retaining button on the underside of the folded-back left collar, keeping the strap neatly secured and hidden beneath the collar.

Pocket Construction:
- The front lower pockets are designed with slanted openings, and the perimeter of each pocket is outlined with cord piping. The pocket openings use an overlapping welt construction, where the upper welt covers the lower welt to help reduce the entry of light rain, dust, and small debris. This construction reflects the practical design language of classic American sports jackets, where pocket shape, usability, and weather-conscious detailing were considered together. The cord piping gives the pocket edges a more defined shape and also creates areas where natural wear marks and fading can develop over time, especially with repeated use. Selvedge detailing is also used on the underside of the lower welt at the pocket openings.

Cuff Construction:
- The cuffs are finished with two-button adjustment, allowing the sleeve opening to be adjusted according to preference and layering. A shirred section is incorporated at the sleeve opening, giving the cuff area a degree of flexibility. This shirring helps the sleeve opening move more smoothly when the sleeves are pushed up or adjusted, adding practical comfort while preserving the vintage-inspired sports jacket appearance. The combination of buttons and shirring gives the cuffs both adjustability and ease of movement.

Back Yoke and Rain Shoulder Construction:
- The upper back is constructed with a yoke panel that is folded over to create a flap-like overlapping horizontal panel. This detail is often associated with classic American sports jackets and is commonly referred to as a rain shoulder. The inside of this overlapping panel is fully sewn closed, so it is not intended as a ventilation feature or as a construction that directly increases range of motion. Rather than being a waterproof feature, the rain shoulder detail is said to add an extra layer of fabric over the shoulder area, where light rain is more likely to hit, helping the jacket shed a small amount of rain in a practical sportswear manner.

Back Action Pleats:
- Below the back yoke near the shoulder area, side pleats, also known as action pleats, are incorporated to provide added ease of movement across the upper back. These pleats are separate from the rain shoulder panel itself. While the rain shoulder is fully sewn closed and should not be described as a ventilation or movement feature, the action pleats below it are the construction detail that helps support mobility. This combination gives the back a distinctive period-inspired appearance while preserving the functional character associated with classic American sports jackets.

Hem Construction:
- The back hem is partially finished with elastic shirring at both side ends. This detail is not intended to tightly gather or strongly cinch the entire hem. Instead, it provides a gentle amount of shaping and partial fit support around the back and side waist areas. In this way, the elastic shirring helps supplement the fit only in selected areas, rather than controlling the entire hem. This allows the jacket to sit more naturally on the body while maintaining the relaxed balance of a classic sports jacket. The construction helps support the fit without making the hem feel restrictive.

Seam Construction:
- The sleeves and side areas are sewn with durable double-needle lap-seam construction. This type of construction uses parallel rows of stitching to create a strong and stable seam, suitable for areas that are subject to repeated movement. The double-needle construction also gives the garment a clean, workwear-inspired appearance, matching Sugar Cane's broader focus on durable vintage-style manufacturing.

Underarm Ventilation Eyelets:
- Under the arms, two buttonhole-style stitched ventilation eyelets are added to improve airflow. These are not metal eyelet hardware. Instead, the eyelets are formed with dense stitching in a matching tonal thread, similar to a buttonhole-style finish. This keeps the detail soft and integrated into the fabric while still providing a small amount of ventilation in an area where heat can build up during wear.

Interior Neck Details:
- The inside neck area features a Sugar Cane woven label and a convenient hanger loop. The woven label identifies the garment as part of Sugar Cane's production, while the hanger loop adds practical utility for hanging the jacket when needed. These interior details are simple, but they support the overall vintage-inspired and functional character of the jacket.

Fit and Sizing:
- This item is labeled in Japanese sizing and is designed with a comfortable regular fit inspired by classic American sports jackets. For example, tagged size 38 is close to the range of a U.S./EU size S-M, or approximately 36-38 when compared with general U.S./EU tops sizing. Because the overall fit can vary depending on body type, preferred silhouette, and the design of the garment, the actual garment measurements may serve as a helpful reference when compared with a similar jacket you already own.

Overall Summary:
- As a new Sugar Cane release, this jacket combines classic American sportswear aesthetics with the brand's renowned attention to detail and craftsmanship. The lightweight denim fabric gives it casual versatility, while the rain shoulder, action pleats, throat latch, overlapping welt pockets, elastic back hem shirring, and carefully finished seam details preserve the functional and period-inspired character of a mid-century sports jacket. The result is a garment that balances heritage character with the everyday wearability and casual flexibility of denim.

Overall Summary:
- As a new Sugar Cane release, this jacket combines classic American sportswear aesthetics with the brand's renowned attention to detail and craftsmanship. The lightweight denim fabric gives it casual versatility, while the rain shoulder, action pleats, throat latch, overlapping welt pockets, and elastic back hem shirring preserve the functional and period-inspired character of a mid-century sports jacket. The result is a garment that balances heritage character with the everyday wearability and casual flexibility of denim.

Model Name : Sugar Cane Lot No. SC15913 / ADD HUMAN LABOR DENIM SPORTS JACKET.

Care Instructions:
- Machine wash very gently in water up to 30°C / 86°F.
- Do not use chlorine bleach or oxygen bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Hang dry in the shade.
- Iron at a low temperature with a pressing cloth.
- Gentle dry cleaning with petroleum-based solvent is allowed.
- Gentle wet cleaning is allowed.