Authenticity Guarantee | How to Avoid Buying a Fake CHANEL Jacket

Thank you for visiting TC JAPAN. As a specialist in CHANEL apparel, we have completed thousands of transactions in Japan and abroad. This page explains, for customers comparing “CHANEL jacket fake vs. authentic,” our authenticity guarantee and verification process in a clear, concise way.

Sourcing & Inspection — We deliver only the real thing

A dedicated team deeply versed in CHANEL conducts multi-layer inspections using our proprietary methods and extensive historical data. We sell only items whose authenticity is firmly established; anything short of certainty is never listed. Many pieces are eligible for maintenance at CHANEL boutiques in Japan (availability depends on the design; please confirm details directly with the boutique).

 

Regarding Boutique Alteration Acceptance and Authenticity Assessment

At our store, we do not consider the mere fact that an item was accepted for alteration at a CHANEL boutique to be sufficient proof of authenticity.

In fact, there was a case in the past in which a major luxury brand retailer asked us to assess an item, explaining that it had been accepted for alteration at a CHANEL boutique, but that they still had concerns about its authenticity. Based on the extensive data and verification experience our store has accumulated over many years, we determined that the item was not authentic.

Cases like this also show how highly sophisticated counterfeit items have become today, and for that reason, we do not regard boutique alteration acceptance alone as valid evidence that an item is genuine.

Countering today’s high-grade copies

Recent counterfeits can mimic tags, chains, buttons, and even stitching to a striking degree, with differences appearing only after months of wear. Because even major resale shops can miss these, category-specific expertise in CHANEL apparel is critical

 

Quick red flags for fakes

If any of the following apply, proceed with caution: extremely low pricing, mismatched style codes, irregular or off fonts, buttons not used on the original pieces, etc. For a detailed checklist, see:

👉 “Is Your CHANEL Jacket Really Authentic? Expert Authentication Points.”.

Why customers choose us

From the 1990s to recent collections, we specialize in CHANEL clothing with deep product knowledge and volume handled. We cross-check apparel-specific identifiers—design and color codes, button and chain specifications, fabrics and linings, stitching, and shoulder-pad construction. Final judgment is grounded in hands-on experience, including the ability to sense subtle inconsistencies the moment we handle a piece

 

Notice for First-Time Customers

While we offer flexible, case-by-case support to our repeat customers based on established trust,
we do not accept returns from first-time customers when the reason is a claim of “counterfeit.”

All items sold in our store undergo strict authenticity verification prior to listing.
However, in our 15 years of operation, we have experienced one case in which a return was requested under the claim of “counterfeit,”
and a different item was fraudulently substituted.

For this reason, as a preventive measure against such incidents,
we do not accept returns from first-time customers when the reason is a claim of “counterfeit.”

Build your collection with confidence

A price below boutique levels has no value if the item is fake. You lose both money and time. TC JAPAN is fully committed to delivering genuine CHANEL jackets so you can grow your collection as a lasting asset with complete confidence.

 

Related reading: 
👉 How to Avoid Buying a Fake CHANEL
(guide to spotting counterfeits).