Ukiyoe by Shunkou of an Actor Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of 100% ring-spun cotton and is soft and comfy. The double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite!
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Honduras, Haiti, Mexico, or Nicaragua
Ukiyoe Meets Gorilla The Hokusai Wave
Experience the captivating fusion of traditional Japanese Ukiyoe art with modern pop culture. A colossal gorilla stands defiantly amid Hokusai's iconic wave.
• Ceramic
• 11oz mug dimensions: height - 3.85" (9.8 cm), diameter - 3.35" (8.5 cm)
• 15oz mug dimensions: height - 4.7" (12 cm), diameter 3.35" (8.5 cm)
• Glossy finish
• NOT dishwasher or microwave safe
• Hand-wash only
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Ukiyoe Meets Gorilla The Hokusai Wave T-Shirt
Experience the captivating fusion of traditional Japanese Ukiyoe art with modern pop culture. A colossal gorilla stands defiantly amid Hokusai's iconic wave.
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Dark Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Haiti or Guatemala
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!Size guide
LENGTH (inches)
WIDTH (inches)
S
28
18
M
29
20
L
30
22
XL
31
24
2XL
32
26
3XL
33
28
LENGTH (cm)
WIDTH (cm)
S
71.1
45.7
M
73.7
50.8
L
76.2
55.9
XL
78.7
61
2XL
81.3
66
3XL
83.8
71.1
Umee~ Delicious with Kawaii Koala Bear Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
Cute and tasty. Love Koalas? How about a cute bear eating some leaves? The Japanese reads "umee~" which is a variation of umai (delicious). You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft and comfy. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
Size guide
S
M
L
XL
2XL
3XL
Length (inches)
28
29 ¼
30 ¼
31 ¼
32 ½
33 ½
Width (inches)
18
20
22
24
26
28
Unaffected and Sincere Funny Kanji Yojijukugo Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
質実剛健 shitsujitsu gouken unaffected and sincere, with fortitude and vigor 質実 shitsujitsu means "simplicity" or "plainness" 剛健 gouken means "vigor" or "virility" or "sturdiness" You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft and comfy. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center
Size guide
S
M
L
XL
2XL
3XL
Length (inches)
28
29 ¼
30 ¼
31 ¼
32 ½
33 ½
Width (inches)
18
20
22
24
26
28
Unapologetic Kawaii Fluffball
This fun design features a pleasantly plump kitty above Japanese text reading "excessively cute". The pronunciation is "muyami ni kawaii" which could also mean "recklessly cute."
• 100% cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
• Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
• Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!Size guide
LENGTH (inches)
WIDTH (inches)
SLEEVE LENGTH (inches)
S
28
18
15 ⅝
M
29
20
17
L
30
22
18 ½
XL
31
24
20
2XL
32
26
21 ½
3XL
33
28
22 ¾
LENGTH (cm)
WIDTH (cm)
SLEEVE LENGTH (cm)
S
71.1
45.7
39.7
M
73.7
50.8
43.2
L
76.2
55.9
47
XL
78.7
61
50.8
2XL
81.3
66
54.6
3XL
83.8
71.1
58
Unapologetic Kawaii Fluffball
This fun design features a pleasantly plump kitty above Japanese text reading "excessively cute". The pronunciation is "muyami ni kawaii" which could also mean "recklessly cute."
• Ceramic
• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.8″ (9.6 cm) in height, 3.2″ (8.2 cm) in diameter
• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
• 20 oz mug dimensions: 4.3″ (10.9 cm) in height, 3.7″ (9.3 cm) in diameter
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Blank product sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Unapologetic Kawaii Fluffball
This fun design features a pleasantly plump kitty above Japanese text reading "excessively cute". The pronunciation is "muyami ni kawaii" which could also mean "recklessly cute."
• Ceramic
• 11oz mug dimensions: height - 3.85" (9.8 cm), diameter - 3.35" (8.5 cm)
• 15oz mug dimensions: height - 4.7" (12 cm), diameter 3.35" (8.5 cm)
• Glossy finish
• Microwave and dishwasher safe
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Unicorns Need Love too I Believe in Myself Unicorn Mug
Whether you're drinking your morning coffee, your evening tea, or something in between – this mug's for you! It's sturdy and glossy with a vivid print that'll withstand the microwave and dishwasher.
• Ceramic
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• White and glossy
Unicorns Wanna Play Leap Frog Cute Unicorn Mug
Whether you're drinking your morning coffee, your evening tea, or something in between – this mug's for you! It's sturdy and glossy with a vivid print that'll withstand the microwave and dishwasher.
• Ceramic
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• White and glossy
Unisex Sweatshirt
A sturdy and warm sweatshirt bound to keep you warm in the colder months. A pre-shrunk, classic fit sweater that's made with air-jet spun yarn for a soft feel and reduced pilling.
• 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Pre-shrunk
• Classic fit with no center crease
• 1x1 athletic rib knit collar with spandex
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
Unpacking Japanese Words: Reading Mackerel and Other Curious Japanese Sayings [PAPERBACK]
Unpacking Japanese Words
Reading Mackerel and Other Curious Japanese Sayings
By Clay & Yumi Boutwell
Exploring Japanese word origins for learners of Japanese — Volume 1
“Wait—did you say reading mackerel?!” Yup. Welcome to the wild world of Japanese word origins. Each entry begins with the most likely etymology in Japanese, followed by the English explanation and a complete vocabulary breakdown—so you practice reading real Japanese before peeking at the English.
Upper beginner to intermediate Etymology & culture Line-by-line vocab Example sentences Audio included
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What you’ll learn
Make words stick with stories
Dozens of everyday (and delightfully odd) idioms, sayings, and words.
Cultural and historical backstories that make phrases memorable.
Line-by-line vocabulary with context and grammar notes.
Example sentences for real-world usage.
Audio recordings of all Japanese content—great for shadowing.
Who it’s for
Curious learners & word nerds
Upper beginners through intermediate students.
Fans of etymology, history, and language “aha!” moments.
Teachers looking for bite-sized lesson content.
Anyone who has ever yelled 「もしもし」 into the void.
How it works
Japanese first, then English
Start with the Japanese etymology, use the vocabulary notes to work through it, and only then peek at the English. This keeps the reading practice front and center while giving you the story behind the words.
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Unpack the stories behind Japanese words
With etymology, culture notes, line-by-line vocabulary, examples, and audio, this book turns “why is it said that way?” into “oh—that makes sense now.”
153 Pages - 9798319034519
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