Tailor Toyo Late 1950s Style Velveteen Souvenir Jacket “POLAR BEAR” × “ALASKA MAP”

This piece was produced in the late 1950s by Kosho & Co. (the predecessor to Tailor Toyo) at the request of the U.S. military, and was sold at PX (post exchange) stores on military bases in Alaska. Such "Alaska-themed" souvenir jackets—or "Alaska-jans"—are rare in the vintage market; designs featuring lightning bolts, polar bears, and dog sleds on the sleeves are particularly sought after. Furthermore, among the velvet (velveteen) versions, those in green are exceptionally scarce, making this a highly rare combination.