Hooters Appraisal

Hooters Osaka, Japan Graphic T-Shirt

This is a pre-owned Hooters branded graphic t-shirt, likely made of cotton or a cotton blend, in a dark gray or charcoal color. The shirt features short sleeves and a crew neck. The most prominent feature is the graphic design on the front. It depicts a large, stylized owl wearing a traditional Asian conical straw hat (known as a 'kasa' or 'sedge hat'). Above the owl, the word 'HOOTERS' is printed in a multi-toned orange and white gradient font, a style characteristic of the Hooters brand logo. To the right of 'HOOTERS' in smaller font, there are Japanese Katakana characters, which translate to 'Hooters' (フーダーズ - Fūdāzu). Below the owl and the Japanese text, the words 'OSAKA, JAPAN' are printed in a smaller, script-like orange font. The print appears to be screen-printed, showing minimal cracking or fading, suggesting it is in good condition for a used garment. The base color of the shirt itself shows some signs of wear, potentially fading slightly from its original dark shade and exhibiting typical creasing from storage or previous use. The overall construction appears to be standard for a casual t-shirt, with visible stitching along the seams and neckline. The tag at the back collar is partially visible and appears to say 'HOOTERS'. This t-shirt likely dates from a more contemporary period, possibly within the last 10-20 years, as Hooters has expanded internationally. Its unique aspect is the specific Osaka, Japan designation, making it a souvenir or regional item. The craftsmanship for a mass-produced t-shirt is standard.