Experience a blend of tradition and modern style with the Kuma shirt, custom dyed and made in the USA. Featuring a unique Asanoha embroidery symbolizing longevity, this soft, 100% cotton tee pays homage to Japanese culture and the protective spirit of the Edo period. Adorned with a distinctive bear design, it represents the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and old Japan. Ideal for casual wear, this shirt combines meaningful artistry with everyday comfort.
From the brand: Custom dyed and made in the USA. Introducing our new custom dyed Kuma shirts with Semamori (
背守り)
embroidery! This line of apparel passes on a unique Japanese tradition from the Edo period in which parents would embroider special symbols onto the backs of their child's kimono in order to protect them from evil spirits.
This specific symbol on the back of our Kuma line is Asanoha which represents longevity.
Kuma means bear in Japanese. These specific Japanese black bears are also known as moon bears or "
tsukinowaguma" because of their special crescent-like symbol on their chest.
The bear on the front is also a mascot here at Kiriko, representing the Pacific Northwest and old Japan. Screenprinted with soft inks and made to last.
Made in USA
100% Cotton
Product #: KOT44
Code: WP35
Care: machine wash delicate, or in laundry net (to protect embroidery)
Sizing: Mens XS-XL (women should size down)
APPROXIMATE FLAT MEASUREMENTS
*Due to the dyeing process, we recommend going up a size
SMALL
Chest: 20"
Shoulder-to-shoulder: 17.5"
Length: 27.5"
Sleeve length: 8.5"
Sleeve opening: 6.5"
MEDIUM
Chest: 20.5"
Shoulder-to-shoulder: 17.5"
Length: 27.5"
Sleeve length: 8.75"
Sleeve opening: 7"
LARGE
Chest: 22"
Shoulder-to-shoulder: 19"
Length: 29"
Sleeve length: 9"
Sleeve opening: 7"
EXTRA LARGE
Chest: 23"
Shoulder-to-shoulder: 19.5"
Length: 29"
Sleeve length: 10"
Sleeve opening: 7.5"
