Mongaku Doing Penance - T-Shirt
Mongaku Doing Penance - T-Shirt
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This striking ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kuniyoshi Utagawa depicts Mongaku, a former samurai turned monk, enduring the icy waters of the Nachi waterfall as penance for accidentally killing a friend’s wife. According to legend, he lost consciousness during this ascetic ritual but was saved by Buddhist deities.
The design
This piece showcases Mongaku at the moment of intense ascetic practice beneath the Nachi Falls. Strong vertical lines mimic the plunge of water with Mongaku standing right in the middle in a steadfast posture, gritting his teeth in the cold water. Buddhist deities watch over him from the top right.
We’ve added a vintage effect reminiscent of water splashes to the print.
The artist
Kuniyoshi Utagawa (1797-1861) was a master of Edo-period ukiyo-e woodblock prints.
Why you'll love it
- This shirt tells a gripping story of repentance and unwavering determination
- A vibrantly colored, fascinating ukiyo-e print from one of the art's most accomplished masters
- A thoughtful gift for whoever might be touched by this artwork's intense story
Details
Details
👕 Premium Quality. Super soft material for ultimate comfort
👬 Unisex Fit. Designed for all bodies with a comfortable, stylish cut
🧵 100% Cotton. Largely sourced within the US. (Sport grey shirts: 90% cotton, 10% polyester)
📏 True-to-Size & Pre-Shrunk. Buy your usual size.
🌱 Eco-Friendly. Made with OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes
💦 Long lasting. Wash inside out for best results
🇺🇸 Proudly printed, packaged, and shipped in the USA!
Sizing
Sizing
You can find our Size Chart here.
Washing instructions
Washing instructions
Wash garments inside-out, with similar colours. Avoid using bleach. Use non-chlorine bleach if necessary.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
Shipping
Standard shipping is $4.99. Free shipping on all orders over $75.
Our average delivery time is 7 days from you placing the order to your order arriving.
30 Day Guarantee for Returns
Our goal at Kokin Denju is that you love your order. You can request a return & refund within 30 days from receiving your order – no questions asked.
Having grown up in Japan there's a special place in my heart for things Japanese. Several times I've made the mistake of ordering from deceptive online presences. Those worries were solved with Kokin-denju. Immediately the designs caught my eye, particularly Mongaku. The shirt beautiful, just as advertised. Size accurate too. Quality cotton fabric not heavy nor too light. And an order mistake I'd made was generously responded to with all communications connecting within 24-48 hours. A wonderful experience! Thank you so much for offering such a marvelous shopping business.
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