Samurai Jeans - S555VX21oz 21oz Denim Jacket Indigo

Where it’s made: Made in Japan
What it’s made from: 100% cotton, 21 oz Japanese unsanforized selvedge denim, one wash
Fit description: Classic Type I fit with a slightly cropped body and regular silhouette. Runs small, so we recommend sizing up.

The Samurai Jeans S555VX21oz Denim Jacket combines the brand’s signature heavyweight denim with the design of an American Type I jacket from the Second World War. Based on Samurai’s Zero War Model, this version uses the substantial 21 oz selvedge denim normally associated with the brand’s heavyweight jeans.

The specially developed denim is woven in Japan from thick, irregular cotton yarns, creating a rugged surface with plenty of texture and character. The deep indigo fabric starts out relatively stiff but gradually softens and develops pronounced creases and high-contrast fading with wear. Despite its substantial weight, the one-wash treatment makes the jacket more comfortable from the start.

The design follows traditional wartime denim jacket construction, featuring a single chest pocket, front pleats and an adjustable cinch back with an iron SOLIDE buckle. Other details include Samurai’s original iron Matsunoki buttons, copper rivets, a custom leather patch and their distinctive Shogyo Mujo pocket lining.

The silhouette is based on Samurai’s updated S0555VXII pattern, with adjusted proportions for improved comfort. However, the jacket still has a relatively compact fit, particularly through the body and shoulders, so we recommend sizing up from your usual jacket size.

Olof is 185 cm / 80 kg and wears size 44.