Since ancient times in Japan, the 'One-Stroke Dragon' has been revered as a symbol of good fortune and is enshrined in shrines and temples. This T-shirt features the design of the 'One-Stroke Dragon'—a dragon drawn with a single brushstroke without interruption. Through this T-shirt, you can be protected yourself and also share blessings with those around you.
Features:- You can choose from 26 types of Kyoto-style One-Stroke Dragon drawings and color variations.- Fortune-boosting Dragons: 14 types (5 twin dragons / 9 single dragons)- Guardian Dragons: 10 types (2 twin dragons / 8 single dragons)- Matchmaking Dragons: 2 types (both twin dragons)- Wide size lineup:- Children's sizes: 4 sizes (100–130)- Adults: 7 sizes (SS to 4L)- Body color options: 2 colors (White, Black)- Material options: 2 types (Cotton / Cotton)
A QR code sticker (available in 2 colors and 4 sizes) is included, which links to a video demonstrating the 'Protection/Beneficial Power' symbol—the continuous single-stroke drawing of the dragon's body. By affixing this sticker to a preferred location, you can always view, pray, and feel the blessings and benefits. We hope this brings protection and good fortune to you and those around you. May your prayers and wishes be fulfilled.
Body:- Produced by a T-shirt manufacturer with Japan’s No.1 market share, with 43 years of history.- Over 10,000 business partners.- Annual sales: approximately 45 million shirts nationwide.- Annual revenue: 20 billion yen.- Many OEM contracts with major department stores, large apparel retailers, and various brand shops.
Printing:- Printed at a T-shirt printing factory in Fukui Prefecture, which owns multiple in-house facilities.- Approximate annual production: 800,000 shirts.
Finishing:- Final setup, inspection, packaging, and domestic and international logistics management are handled by the Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon Office’s finishing workshop (our own factory in Higashi-Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture). For larger quantities, partner companies may also be involved.
Transfer (DTF) Printing:- Prints are made on special film and heat-pressed onto fabric using a commercial press.- No need for plate creation; unlimited color options.- Suitable for printing on fabrics other than cotton.- Capable of full-color and photographic images with vibrant, sharp, and vivid results.- *Note:* Over time, or after repeated washing, the print may peel.
Caution:- Dark-colored garments require pre-treatment, which may leave stains on the treated areas. The stains will be less noticeable after several washes.- Drying with the print face pressed against other surfaces may cause peeling. After washing in a machine, peel apart the print surfaces as soon as possible.- Washing inside out by hand prolongs color retention. When machine washing, use a laundry net.- Avoid bleach, dry cleaning, ironing, and tumble drying as much as possible.- Some garments may experience color fading after the first wash. It is recommended to wash separately from other clothes initially.
What is the 'One-Stroke Dragon'?- A dragon drawn with a single brushstroke without interruption, embodying wishes and prayers. It symbolizes continuous development and wealth, unbroken good relationships and growth, and ongoing protection and safety.- This tradition has been revered and believed in for approximately 400 years since the Edo period (1603–1868). The 'One-Stroke Dragon' is highly regarded as a divine protector, with strong blessings and benefits passed down through generations.- The 'Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon' is depicted as a symbol of protection and blessings—drawn in one continuous stroke without breaking the body part.- We have made this revered, worshiped 'One-Stroke Dragon' accessible as a fashionable item—T-shirts. You can wear it alone or combine it with various styles.
We have produced and tailored various types, specifications, and materials of the 26 divine, colorful Kyoto-style One-Stroke Dragon paintings, representing fortune, protection, and matchmaking.
Impressions of the Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon drawings:- Feelings of protection and blessings- Divine presence- Excitement- Sense of being protected- Dynamic and powerful- Vivid and striking- Beautiful- Cool- Strong- Sparkling- Delicate- Energetic- Pure
Artist Profile: Keisuke Teshima- Has been fascinated by dragons since childhood and continues to draw dragon images.- Influenced by 14 years of practicing karate from age 6, through which he learned the spirit of Japanese martial arts.- Encountered the traditional 'One-Stroke Dragon' and was deeply impressed by its technique and history, feeling it was his destiny. He learned the technique through self-study.- Preserves the tradition of the Edo-period 'One-Stroke Dragon' while pursuing it with the spirit of 'Shuhari' (learning, detachment, mastery).- One of only three known 'One-Stroke Dragon' artists in Japan.- Originally from Fukuoka Prefecture, but through various coincidences and meaningful encounters, he now has an atelier in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto—the ancient capital where dragons are believed to dwell.
Kyoto, the City of Dragons:- Over 1,000 years old, Kyoto is considered a place imbued with the power of dragon veins and dragon holes.- Many shrines and temples associated with dragons exist, and pilgrimages to worship the dragon gods have been actively carried out since ancient times.
Dragon (Ryujin) Belief in Japan:- Japan has long been regarded as a mysterious land inhabited by dragons.- Dragons are considered messengers of the gods or even divine beings themselves.- In numerous shrines, temples, myths, and legends, dragons are worshiped as symbols of prosperity and protection.