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True Mountain - T-Shirt
True Mountain - T-Shirt
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This Japanese Zen calligraphy T-shirt showcases 山雪悳 (Mountain • Snow • Virtue) by the renowned Rinzai Zen master Hakuin Ekaku. Minimalist brushwork, deep symbolism, and museum-grade heritage come together in a design that reminds us of an ideal to strive for – steady as a mountain, pure as new snow, and guided by virtue.
Also available in a heavier cotton quality: True Mountain - Premium T-Shirt.
The design
The calligraphy combines three characters:
- 山 – mountain
- 雪 – snow
- 悳 – virtue (an archaic form of 徳)
Hakuin’s bold, spontaneous strokes embody Zen’s directness: Unadorned, energetic, and perfectly imperfect. The composition reads like a visual kōan – inviting contemplation while remaining strikingly modern and easy to style on a daily tee.
The artist
Hakuin Ekaku (1686-1769), a prominent Japanese Zen master, painter, and calligrapher of the Rinzai school.
Why you'll love it
- A clean, high-impact design that carries deep Zen symbolism
- Works with denim, chinos, or even under a blazer; equally at home in casual or smart-casual looks
- As a gift, it helps you share a wish for steadiness, purity, and virtue – perfect for milestones, practice partners, or loved ones
Details
Details
👕 Soft Quality. Super soft material for ultimate comfort, medium weight
👬 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.
How to care
How to care
In Japanese tradition, from the tea ceremony to martial arts, there exists a profound respect for the objects we carry and use. If you would like to provide good care for your new shirt, we suggest the following guidelines:
- Wash your garments inside-out to protect the print.
- Wash with similar colors to prevent discoloration.
- Use a mild detergent.
- Avoid the tumble-dryer – let it dry in the air.
Japanese Zen teaches us the impernanence (mujō) of all things. Your new shirt won't last forever. But if you care for it, it will thank you by aging gracefully.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
Shipping
Our flat shipping fee per order is $4.99. Free shipping on all orders over $75.
Our average delivery time is 7 business days. We ship across the U.S. and keep you updated at every turn. Once your order is placed, use our live tracking tool to see exactly when your package will arrive.
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.
