The Ukiyo-e Specter T-shirt pays homage to Utagawa Kuniyoshi, intertwining historical narrative with striking artistry. Featuring a dramatic artwork inspired by Japanese folklore, this 100% cotton shirt offers both comfort and durability. With its breathable fabric and vivid print, it serves as a standout piece for art lovers and fashion enthusiasts alike. Ideal for casual outings, this T-shirt effortlessly merges culture and style, all while ensuring a flattering fit and long-lasting wear.
From the brand: T-SHIRT: Ukiyo-e Specter – a tribute to Utagawa Kuniyoshi
A palace breached by skeletal fingers, a spell cast from a scroll, two warriors menaced by a colossal ghost emerging from the shadows—this is a scene where history, myth, and vision collide.
The artwork comes from a famous triptych by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, master of ukiyo-e, depicting the moment when Princess Takiyasha conjures a gashadokuro—a giant skeleton spirit—to terrify the official Mitsukuni. It’s a dense, theatrical image that still hits with visual force.
Ghosts, rebellion, and technical mastery
Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798–1861) was one of the first Japanese artists to blend folklore and military history into bold, narrative compositions.
This triptych—among his most iconic—merges the meticulous detail of woodblock printing with the gothic imagination of Japanese legend. Sharp lines, stark contrasts, and the oversized specter all turn this print into a dramatic tableau, suspended between folklore and kabuki-style stagecraft.
T-Shirt Quality
100% cotton, 180 g/m², double-stitched neckline for durability.
Soft, breathable fabric with long-lasting quality print.
Recommended wash at 30 °C to preserve shape and colors.
Washing Instructions
Wash inside out by machine or by hand at 30 °C.
Hang dry from under the sleeves and air-dry, avoiding tumble drying.
Iron carefully, avoiding direct contact with the print to maintain its integrity.
