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KOI DRAGON: In Japanese , the Koi fish represents the overcoming of obstacles. The fish travels up the yellow river and when it comes to the end it transforms itself into a dragon, thus fulfilling its own destiny by overcoming the adversity of the raging river. 100 percent combed ring-spun cotton ______

ZEN: In , the tiger is emblematic of the great aristocratic warriors known as the Samurai. The tiger represents the virtue of courage. It also means revision, improvement and change. Made of ultra-soft, combed ring-spun cotton.

RYUU: Legend has it that Fudo had to fight the representative of a different religion. He changed himself into a flaming sword but the opponent did the same and the fighting went on without a winner. Now Fudo changed himself into the Dragon Kurikara, wound himself around the opposing sword and started eating it from the top. Ultra soft, lightweight cotton. ______

SHISHI (or Jishi): Is translated as “lion” but can also refer to a deer or dog with magical properties and the power to repel evil spirits. The shirt is lightweight, made of 100 percent combed ring-spun cotton.

GEISHA: Traditional Japanese female entertainers, are skilled at classical music and dance. They represent peace and serenity. Made of lightweight, soft combed ring-spun cotton. ______

FUDO: The Buddhist divinity of wisdom and fire. He is the principal deity of the Myo-o, or great kings. Fudo is often called upon for protection during dangerous times. The shirt is lightweight, soft combined ring-spun cotton. ______Press Contact: Tees & Tats: Howard Ruben (LA) 818.823.1971 Jeremy Parker Jill Lambert (NY) 646.205.8177 201.213.4563 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.teesandtats.com