■RAYON HAWAIIAN SHIRT “SCARECROW”
This is the latest 2026 model from “SUN SURF,” a brand that carries on the charm of vintage aloha shirts.
This model is a reissue of a shirt originally created by “Surfriders Sportswear,” a long-established brand that has had a store on Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki since before the war.
It is an extremely rare piece featuring a scarecrow watching over a field of mature rice stalks and a bird-scaring device that emits sounds to ward off birds.
Among the countless vintage aloha shirts, there is no other pattern that features a rural landscape and a scarecrow on such a large scale, offering a glimpse into how Japanese immigrants in Hawaii wore these shirts while thinking of their homeland.
■SUN SURF
SUN SURF is a brand that meticulously analyzes its vast collection of vintage aloha shirts, pouring a deep commitment to craftsmanship and production processes into every single garment.
SUN SURF’s aloha shirts are renowned as masterpieces that appeal to a wide range of people—from American casual fashion enthusiasts to aloha shirt collectors—because they faithfully recreate the charm of vintage aloha shirts in every detail, from the design to the fabric and stitching.
■Fabric Texture That Enhances the Design
The fabric features a distinctive crinkled texture on the surface, made from rayon chirimen.
This material uses untwisted rayon warp threads and textured rayon weft threads to mimic the appearance of chirimen (crepe). Originally developed as a fabric for traditional Japanese clothing, it harmonizes perfectly with Aloha shirts featuring Japanese patterns.
■ Reproducing the Details of Vintage Aloha
The neckline features the classic open collar typical of Aloha shirts, creating an airy, relaxed look.
Additionally, by looping the small top button under the collar, you can enjoy varying your style.
Bamboo buttons, which pair well with Japanese patterns, are used, further enhancing the atmosphere of the design through thoughtful material selection.
The chest pocket is pattern-matched to the body of the shirt, creating a sense of unity throughout the design.
Pattern matching requires advanced sewing skills and uses a significant amount of fabric, resulting in a meticulous and luxurious construction that reflects the attention to detail expected from a long-established replica Aloha shirt maker.
■ Classic Silhouette
Based on vintage Aloha shirts, the fit is slightly relaxed.
For a sleeker look, many customers opt to go down one size from their usual size.
The hem features a straight, boxy cut, creating a well-balanced silhouette when worn on its own.
・Made in Japan
・100% Rayon
Size Chart(cm)
Size/Back Length/Chest/Shoulder/Sleeve
S(36)/67.5/58/47/21.5
M(38)/70.5/60/49/23
L(40)/74/63/52/24
XL(42)/76/66/55/25
