Men's Japanese-Style Canvas Jacket, French Chore Cut
Washed cotton canvas · Padded and lined
Go by the measurements, not the size letter. The label sewn inside may show a different, Asian size.
- Free shipping on orders over $45 USD
- 30-day returns
- Ships within 1–3 business days
- Delivered in 5–9 business days after dispatch
Wear it with
At a glance
- Fabric
- 100% cotton
- Cut
- Relaxed fit with extra room through the silhouette
- Sizes
- XS–L (4)
- Care
- Follow care label instructions
Read the guide: What Makes a Workwear Jacket, and What Japan Did Differently
Materials
- Fabric
- 100% cotton
- Origin
- Imported
Size guide
Standard body sizes. These are the body measurements each size is made for. Pick the row closest to your own.
Fit tip Relaxed cut: take your usual size.
| Size | Chest cm | Waist cm | Hips cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 81–86 | 66–71 | 81–86 |
| S | 86–94 | 71–79 | 86–94 |
| M | 94–102 | 79–86 | 94–102 |
| L | 102–110 | 86–94 | 102–110 |
Care guide
- Follow care label instructions.
Shipping & returns
Shipping
We ship to the EU, the UK, Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Canada and the US.
Delivery usually takes 5 to 9 business days after dispatch.
Shipping is free on orders above $45 USD. Below that, shipping is $7.90 USD to the US and Canada and $9.90 USD to Europe and Australia. We charge in US dollars, converted to your currency at checkout.
Returns
You have 30 days from delivery to request a return.
Return shipping costs are paid by the customer.
We offer refunds or store credit once your return has been received and approved.
For hygiene and quality reasons, underwear cannot be returned. Returns may also be refused if the item is sent back with damaged packaging.
If you need help, contact contact@amajiclothing.com or reach us via the chat.
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Men's Japanese-Style Canvas Jacket, in detail
This Japanese canvas jacket is a padded, lined work jacket in washed blue cotton canvas, cut like a French chore jacket with a point collar and a single-breasted button front. It reads Japanese-style through its plain workwear cut, its washed canvas and the visible blanket stitching at the collar and cuffs, in the spirit of the noragi work jacket. It sits with our other men's jackets.
Most chore jackets are light, unlined layers. This one is thickly padded and lined, built to carry you through winter as an outer layer. The washed canvas has a worn-in look, and the blanket-stitch edging frames the collar and cuffs. Think of it as a French work jacket with the warmth of a winter coat, and a canvas chore jacket you can still wear open on milder days.
Fit and sizing
Loose fit through the body. Our model is 187 cm (6 ft 1.6 in) and wears size M. Sizes run XS, S, M and L.
- Take your usual size for the loose look in the photos, with room for a shirt or light knit.
- Between sizes and planning thick knits underneath? Take the larger one.
- The padding adds bulk inside, so a smaller size will feel closer than it would on an unpadded men's chore jacket.
Fabric and care
- 100% cotton canvas, washed
- Padded and lined
- Blanket-stitch edging on collar and cuffs
- Point collar, single-breasted button front
Follow the care label instructions.
How to wear it
- Over a grey hoodie with black jeans and leather boots on cold weekdays.
- Over a white oxford shirt with ecru chinos and brown boots for a classic canvas chore jacket look.
- Over a black turtleneck with wide black trousers. The blue and the stitched edges stand out against the dark.
Wear it buttoned up on the coldest days and open over a knit when the sun is out.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a French work jacket, and does it come in the classic blue?
Yes. Amaji's Men's French Chore Jacket follows the French work jacket style, and it comes in one colour: blue, the shade most people picture for this jacket. It is a new piece with a washed finish, not an original vintage jacket.
Is this French chore jacket vintage, or a new jacket with a vintage look?
It is a new jacket. The washed finish gives it a worn-in, vintage look, but it is not a secondhand or deadstock piece. Like everything we sell at Amaji, it is made in China, so pick an original if you want a true vintage French jacket.
Is this men's French chore coat warm enough for cooler weather?
It is padded, so it has more warmth than an unlined chore coat and works well as an outer layer in spring and fall. It cuts like a jacket rather than a long coat, and it comes in men's sizes XS, S, M and L.
What shade of blue is this work jacket, and is it available in other colours?
Blue is the only colour for this work jacket, and the washed finish gives it a softer, faded look rather than a flat bright blue. It pairs easily with denim, khaki or black pants.
What sizes does this French chore jacket come in?
Amaji's Men's French Chore Jacket comes in XS, S, M and L. Check the size table on this page against a jacket you already own, and keep in mind it is padded, so it has more room for layering than a thin shirt jacket.
How do you wear a men's chore jacket like this one day to day?
Wear it open over a T-shirt or hoodie, or buttoned over a knit when it gets cooler. Because this blue chore jacket is padded, it can stand in for a light coat, and it looks right with jeans, work pants or wide-leg trousers.
What colors go well with a blue French chore jacket for men?
Blue goes well with plain, quiet colors. Wear this jacket over a white or gray T-shirt with khaki, olive, black or off-white pants for the classic French workwear look. It also works with jeans if the denim is clearly darker or lighter than the jacket, so the two blues don't clash.
What is a French work jacket, and how does this men's jacket compare?
A French work jacket is the plain, boxy, button-front jacket that French laborers and tradesmen wore through the 1900s, usually in blue. Amaji's Men's Japanese-Style Canvas Jacket uses that French chore cut and the blue color. It is a new everyday jacket, not trade workwear.
Why is blue the classic color for a chore jacket?
French work jackets were dyed a deep blue because it hid dirt and wear on the job, and over time blue became the standard look for the style. Amaji's chore jacket only comes in blue, so it stays close to that original look.
What does bleu de travail mean, and is this a bleu de travail jacket?
Bleu de travail is French for 'work blue'. It is the name for the blue jacket French tradesmen and factory workers wore, which was traditionally made in sturdy cotton. This is Amaji's Japanese-style version of that cut, in blue. It is made in China as an everyday piece, not an original French workwear garment.
Should I buy a vintage French chore jacket or a new one like this?
A real vintage French chore jacket has decades of fading and repairs, but sizing is hit or miss and good ones are hard to find. Amaji's jacket is new, with the French chore cut in blue and sizes XS, S, M and L. If real age and patina matter most to you, a vintage dealer is the better place to look.
How is a blue canvas jacket different from a blue denim jacket?
The cloth and the cut are both different. Canvas is a plain, tight weave, and denim is a twill with diagonal lines. A denim trucker jacket is short and fitted at the waist, while a chore jacket hangs straight and boxy. Amaji's blue jacket has the chore cut, not the trucker cut.
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