Who is Kokin Denju?

We are a team of designers, creators, Japanese and Japanophiles united by a deep appreciation for Japanese culture and, specifically, Japanese arts and crafts.

Japan is a country where the old and the new exist side by side, creating a culture unlike any other. Ancient traditions like Zen art and ukiyo-e meet the energy of modern innovation and style. This coexistence is what makes Japan so special – and it’s the inspiration behind everything we create.

Our name 古今伝授 (Kokin Denju) refers to the secret teaching of the Kokin Wakashū, a classic Japanese poetry collection. It was passed down privately from master to student to preserve its deep meanings, techniques, and cultural importance.

What sets our shirts apart

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Authentic Art

Wear a masterpieces of Japanese art, predominantly Zen Art and Ukiyo-e from the Edo-period or earlier

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Made in USA

Our shirts are proudly printed & shipped in the USA

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Perfect Fit

Our modern classic fit is true to size and every shirt comes with a seamless body as well as taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability

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Soft Cotton

Our shirts are made of surprisingly soft 100% ring-spun cotton (sport gray: 90%) that is predominantly sourced in the US and dyed using OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes

Let's talk about our caps

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Embroidery

Our caps are not printed but embroidered – showing stunning Japanese artworks in surprising detail

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FlexFit

The closed back looks elegant and won't mess with your hair, while the FlexFit construction keeps the cap safely and comfortably in place. The curved visor adds to the comfortable fit

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Two sizes

Choose S/M for smaller and L/XL for larger head circumferences

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Proudly US-made

Our caps are embroidered, packaged and shipped in the USA

Explore our designs and enjoy Japanese masterpieces everyday.

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