Majestic Carp Quarter-Sleeve Tee
Japanese name/ 鯉 (KOI)
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In Japan, the carp or koi, represents good luck, prosperity, and good fortune. Also, the word “koi” is pronounced the same as another word meaning love and affection.The Chinese legend of “The Dragon’s Gate on The Yellow River” is well-known in Japan. The story tells of a carp swimming up a waterfall, evolving into a dragon, which ultimately leads to enlightenment. Based on this legend, Japan has the custom of “Koinobori“, or the displaying of “flying” fish banners on Boy’s Day, with the hope that their male child or children become dragons (great men) in the future.Being highly respected and closely tied to Japan’s national identity, the carp signifies perseverance (due to the tendency of fish to swim upstream), and steadfastness, for the overcoming of obstacles with ultimate victory, no matter what the odds.Color is also relevant when it comes to traditional Japanese carp. Blackcarp symbolize loveand the facing of challenges, with redcarp indicating energy and vitality. The most highly-prized is the white carp, with a red dot on its forehead which resembles the Japanese flag.
・100% Premium Cotton
・Made in Japan
・Hand-wash
・Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Japanese name/ 鯉 (KOI)
-About-
In Japan, the carp or koi, represents good luck, prosperity, and good fortune. Also, the word “koi” is pronounced the same as another word meaning love and affection.The Chinese legend of “The Dragon’s Gate on The Yellow River” is well-known in Japan. The story tells of a carp swimming up a waterfall, evolving into a dragon, which ultimately leads to enlightenment. Based on this legend, Japan has the custom of “Koinobori“, or the displaying of “flying” fish banners on Boy’s Day, with the hope that their male child or children become dragons (great men) in the future.Being highly respected and closely tied to Japan’s national identity, the carp signifies perseverance (due to the tendency of fish to swim upstream), and steadfastness, for the overcoming of obstacles with ultimate victory, no matter what the odds.Color is also relevant when it comes to traditional Japanese carp. Blackcarp symbolize loveand the facing of challenges, with redcarp indicating energy and vitality. The most highly-prized is the white carp, with a red dot on its forehead which resembles the Japanese flag.
・100% Premium Cotton
・Made in Japan
・Hand-wash
・Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Japanese name/ 鯉 (KOI)
-About-
In Japan, the carp or koi, represents good luck, prosperity, and good fortune. Also, the word “koi” is pronounced the same as another word meaning love and affection.The Chinese legend of “The Dragon’s Gate on The Yellow River” is well-known in Japan. The story tells of a carp swimming up a waterfall, evolving into a dragon, which ultimately leads to enlightenment. Based on this legend, Japan has the custom of “Koinobori“, or the displaying of “flying” fish banners on Boy’s Day, with the hope that their male child or children become dragons (great men) in the future.Being highly respected and closely tied to Japan’s national identity, the carp signifies perseverance (due to the tendency of fish to swim upstream), and steadfastness, for the overcoming of obstacles with ultimate victory, no matter what the odds.Color is also relevant when it comes to traditional Japanese carp. Blackcarp symbolize loveand the facing of challenges, with redcarp indicating energy and vitality. The most highly-prized is the white carp, with a red dot on its forehead which resembles the Japanese flag.
・100% Premium Cotton
・Made in Japan
・Hand-wash
・Currency : US Dollar (USD)
