Kakishibu Persimmon Tanned Horsehide Single Riders Jacket (KR-42) Y’2 Leather

Y’2’s horsehide single rider jacket was a must-purchase for us. We’re big fans of the single rider, it has everything we love about a good leather jacket, without being as immediately “motorcycle” as a double rider or cafe racer jacket. The single chest pocket, two hand pockets, and adjustable fit are just icing on the cake, really.

Kakishibu is a traditional Japanese dying technique that uses aged persimmon tannins, with “Kakishibu” literally meaning “persimmon astringency”. Kakishibu has also been called “Taiyo-zome (sun-dye)” due to the photosensitivity of the dye – areas exposed to light will grow darker and richer in tone, eventually reaching a true persimmon color. As a result of this increased photosensitivity, this Kakishibu horsehide will age faster than most natural veg-tan leathers.

Cut with a standard fit, this jacket features two buckled brass adjustment belts at the rear side seams. Inside, there’s an additional internal pocket for your phone, and the whole body is lined with a custom brushed cotton flannel. For getting it on and off, the sleeves have been lined with a silky smooth nylon, so you won’t have to fuss with getting stuck inside the jacket.

Fits true to size. Do not wash or dry.

• 1.5mm Kakishibu horsehide
• Persimmon-tanned leather
• Persimmon-dyed leather
• 100% cotton body lining
• 100% nylon sleeve lining
• Heavy duty Universal brass zipper
• Adjustable buckled belts at sides
• Two handwarmer pockets
• Single chest pocket
• Two internal pockets
• Button cuffs with corozo nut buttons
• Gusseted shoulders
• Custom Labels
• Fits true to size
• Made in Japan

All measurements are in inches.

Model Gen wears a size 40
Gen’s sizing specs are:
6’1 and 180lbs
41″ chest and 31″ waist

Fits true to size. Do not wash or dry.