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 in a single continuous brushstroke—serving as a talisman for your own protection and, by wearing it, sharing blessings with those around you.
**Product Features:**
- **Selection of Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon Drawings / Colors:**You can choose from **26 types** in total.- **Fortune-Enhancing Dragons:** 14 types (5 twin dragons / 9 single dragons)- **Protection Dragons:** 10 types (2 twin dragons / 8 single dragons)- **Matchmaking Dragons:** 2 types (both twin dragons)
- **Size Range:**- Children: 4 sizes (100–130)- Adults: 7 sizes (SS to 4L)
- **Body / Fabric Colors:**- 2 colors: White and Black
- **Material:**- 2 types: Cotton / Cotton
- **Included:**- QR code sticker (printed with the video of the 'Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon' blessing/protection symbol—depicting the torso drawn in one continuous stroke without interruption, in 2 colors and 4 sizes)- 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 blessings to you.
May all your prayers and wishes come true.
**【T-Shirt Body】**Produced by a T-shirt manufacturer with Japan’s No.1 market share and 43 years of history, using domestic production in Japan.- Over 10,000 business clients- Approximate annual sales: 45 million units nationwide in Japan- Annual revenue: 20 billion yen- Many OEM contracts with major department stores, large apparel retailers, and various brand shops
**【Printing / Press Factory】**Printed at a T-shirt printing factory in Fukui Prefecture, which owns multiple in-house facilities.- Approximate annual output: 800,000 shirts
**【Finishing, Inspection, Packaging, and Logistics】**Handled by the Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon Office’s finishing workshop (located in Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture), which manages domestic and international logistics.- For larger quantities, partner companies may also be involved.
**【Transfer (DTF) Printing】**Uses special film to print the design, then applies heat pressing with a commercial press machine.- No need for plate creation, unlimited color options, suitable for printing on fabrics other than cotton.- Capable of full-color designs and photographs with vivid, sharp, and bright print quality.- **Note:** Over time, or with repeated washing, the print may peel or deteriorate.
**＜Cautions＞**- Dark-colored garments require pre-treatment, which may leave stains on the treated areas. These stains will be visible upon delivery but will fade after several washes.- Drying with the print face pressed against other surfaces may cause peeling. After washing, peel apart the print surfaces as soon as possible.- Washing inside out and hand washing is recommended for better color retention. If using a washing machine, place the garment in a laundry net.- Avoid using bleach, dry cleaning, ironing, or 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 a One-Stroke Dragon?】**A dragon drawn in a single continuous brushstroke, without interruption, while imbued with wishes and prayers. It symbolizes:- Continuous development and financial luck- Unbroken good relationships and growth- Ongoing protection and safety
Since the Edo period (1603–1868), this tradition has been highly revered, believed to bring strong blessings and benefits. The 'Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon' is a symbol of these blessings, drawn in a single stroke without interruption on the torso.
This design has been made into a familiar fashion item—T-shirts—allowing you to wear and enjoy the revered One-Stroke Dragon. Feel free to wear it alone or combine it with various fashion styles.
**We have produced and tailored various types, specifications, and materials of the 26 divine, colorful Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon paintings—**a visual representation of blessings, protection, and good fortune.
**Impressions of the Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon Drawings:**- Feelings of protection and blessings- Divine presence- Excitement and upliftment- Feeling protected- Dynamic and powerful- Vivid and striking- Beautiful- Cool- Strong- Sparkling- Delicate- Energetic- Pure
**【Kyoto One-Stroke Dragon Artist / Keisuke Teshima】**Fascinated by dragons since childhood, he has continued to draw dragon images. Influenced by 14 years of karate from age 6, where he learned the spirit of Japanese martial arts, he encountered the traditional 'One-Stroke Dragon' and was deeply impressed by its technique, history, and significance, feeling it was his destiny. He learned the technique through self-study.He preserves the tradition of the Edo-period 'One-Stroke Dragon' while pursuing it with the spirit of 'Shuhari' (learning, detachment, mastery).He is considered one of only three 'One-Stroke Dragon' artists in Japan.Originally from Fukuoka Prefecture, he now resides in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, where his atelier is located—guided by various fortunate coincidences and meaningful encounters, as if led by the dragon gods themselves.
**【Kyoto—The City of Dragon Gods】**Kyoto has been believed for over 1,000 years to be a place imbued with the power of dragon gods residing in dragon holes and dragon veins. Many shrines and temples associated with dragons exist, and pilgrimages to honor 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 where dragons dwell, considered divine messengers or even deities themselves.In numerous shrines, temples, myths, and legends, dragons are worshipped as symbols of prosperity and protection, revered as divine beings that bring blessings and safeguard the people.