What a noragi jacket is
What is a noragi jacket?
A noragi is the traditional Japanese work jacket, the field coat that farmers, fishermen and rural workers in Japan wore for centuries. The name means field clothes. A noragi has no buttons: the front crosses over and closes with ties, the body is straight and the sleeves are wide. The cloth was usually cotton dyed with indigo, often reinforced with sashiko stitching where it wore hardest. A noragi differs from a haori, which hangs open and was worn over a kimono, and from a Western chore coat, which buttons. Amaji sells six noragi jackets from $70, in sizes XS to 2XL, with chest measurements of 120 to 124 cm and body lengths of 72 to 75 cm. Fabrics on file are cotton, cotton blends and cotton linen. Orders ship to 33 countries, free over $45 USD, with returns within 30 days of delivery.
The field jacket of rural Japan
Noragi means field clothes. For centuries it was what farmers, fishermen and rural workers in Japan wore every day: a straight jacket in hard-wearing cotton, usually dyed with indigo and often reinforced with sashiko stitching where it took the most wear. It was made to be worked in, repaired and worn for years.
The defining detail is the closure. A noragi has no buttons. The front crosses over and is held by ties, which lets it sit flat, move with the body and adjust as you layer underneath.
The noragi is Japan's answer to the chore coat. Our workwear jacket guide sets them side by side. On the lower half it sits naturally with hakama trousers or work pants.
Noragi jackets for men: the pieces here
The Indigo Dyed Noragi Jacket is the traditional version. The front crosses over and fastens with a single inside tie, with two square patch pockets and wide three quarter sleeves. It is heavy cotton, dyed deep and left to fade at the seams with wear, so it changes the longer you own it.
The Herringbone Noragi Jacket uses the same crossover front and inside tie, with patch pockets at the hip and three quarter sleeves cut wide. The cotton is woven in a fine herringbone and washed soft, so the weave reads as texture rather than pattern, and it is light enough to keep on indoors.
The Reversible Textured Haori Jacket is cut as a haori jacket rather than a noragi, with a shawl collar, but it shares the tied front. The cotton linen has a crinkled surface that holds it away from the body in warm weather, and it is reversible, so the plainer face can be worn out.
Noragi, haori or kimono jacket
They get mixed up constantly. A noragi is a work jacket that ties shut. A haori is a short formal jacket traditionally worn open over a kimono. A men's kimono jacket is a modern everyday layer that borrows the kimono's sleeves and front. What is a noragi jacket goes through the differences in full.
How to wear one
Layer it over a tee with wide trousers, the way it was worn in the field. The cut is relaxed, so it sits over a light knit too. With Japanese pants the whole outfit reads as one silhouette; with jeans it works as a softer alternative to a denim jacket.
Choosing a noragi jacket, men's sizes
Every noragi jacket men buy here ties shut at the front, and the choice comes down to cloth: indigo-dyed cotton, herringbone cotton, cotton linen or reversible denim. A men's noragi jacket runs straight and loose, so take your usual size and roll the sleeves when you work in it.
Caring for it
All three machine wash cold. The indigo and herringbone jackets wash with like colours and can hang dry or tumble dry low; the reversible jacket takes a gentle cycle, hangs to dry, and irons best while slightly damp.
Measurements come from the manufacturer's flat size table for each garment, converted to centimetres and mapped onto one size ladder. Available for 6 of the 6 garments here, last checked 2026-11-03. How we measure.
Noragi Jacket at a glance
| Piece | Fabric | Fit | Sizes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's Tied Noragi Jacket | Cotton blend with 10-15% polyester, cotton lining | Relaxed | XS–XXL | $70.00 |
| Men's Cotton Linen Noragi Jacket | 95% cotton, linen | Loose Fit | XS–XXL | $77.00 |
| Men's Reversible Denim Noragi Jacket | 96% cotton or more | Loose Fit | XS–XXL | $80.00 |
| Men's Reversible Haori Cardigan, Textured Cotton Linen | Cotton Linen | Loose Fit | XS–L | $83.00 |
| Men's Herringbone Cotton Noragi Jacket | 100% cotton | Relaxed | S–XL | $117.00 |
| Men's Indigo Dyed Cotton Noragi Jacket | Cotton | Loose | XS–S | $217.00 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a noragi jacket?
The traditional work jacket of rural Japan, whose name means field clothes. It has a straight body and a crossover front held by ties instead of buttons.
How does a noragi close?
With ties. The Indigo Dyed and Herringbone Noragi jackets both cross over at the front and fasten with a single inside tie.
Will the indigo fade?
Yes, gradually. The Indigo Dyed Noragi Jacket is dyed deep and left to fade at the seams with wear, which is part of how indigo cotton ages.
What is the difference between a noragi and a haori?
A noragi is a tied work jacket. A haori is a short jacket traditionally worn open over a kimono as more formal dress.
How long does delivery take?
Orders leave within 1 to 2 business days and usually arrive 5 to 9 business days after dispatch, with tracking. Shipping is free over $45, and returns are open for 30 days from delivery.
Do you sell a denim noragi jacket?
Yes. Our Men's Reversible Denim Noragi Jacket comes in Navy / Green in sizes XS to XXL, so one jacket gives you two looks. A denim noragi is a modern take on the old Japanese farm jacket, with the same loose, kimono-cut shape.
Are your noragi jackets made in Japan?
No. Our noragi are Japanese-style jackets made in China and shipped by our partner. They follow the traditional noragi (野良着, field clothes) cut and are meant for everyday wear. If you need a jacket made in Japan, a Japanese workwear maker is the better choice.
Is a noragi the same as a kimono?
Not quite. A noragi takes the kimono's straight sleeves and wrap front but ends around the hip, so you wear it like a light jacket over a T-shirt or shirt, not as a full-length robe. Our Men's Tied Noragi Jacket uses that cut and comes in Army Green, Burgundy, Navy and Black.
Do you sell vintage noragi?
No, every noragi we sell is new. Vintage noragi are old work jackets from rural Japan, often patched and mended in the boro (ぼろ, rags) style. Vintage dealers sell them one at a time, and sizes vary from piece to piece. If you want that look in a new jacket, our indigo-dyed and herringbone noragi come closest.
Do you have a noragi in black?
Yes. Our Men's Tied Noragi Jacket comes in Black, sizes XS to XXL. Black goes with almost anything, and for an all-black outfit it pairs well with our black wide-leg hakama pants.
Do you ship to my country, and how much is it?
We ship to 33 countries: the 27 EU member states, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Canada and the United States. Shipping is $7.90 USD to the US and Canada and $9.90 USD to Europe and Australia, free on orders over $45 USD, and you pay in your own currency at checkout. Duties and import fees, where they apply, are paid by the customer.
Can I return my order?
Yes, within 30 days of delivery if it is unworn and still tagged. EU customers also have the 14-day right of withdrawal. Return shipping is paid by you unless the item arrived faulty, damaged or wrong.
Is it OK to wear a noragi if I am not Japanese?
Yes. A noragi was work clothing for farmers, with no ceremonial meaning, and today it is worn as an everyday jacket in Japan and everywhere else.