This is an authentic suriyuzen men's lintel made by skilled craftsmen in Kyoto, Japan. The pattern requires approximately 20 molds. The fabric is made in Japan (Gunze 1,300 monme Seika). Please enjoy the fine texture of the rare, top-quality dyed fabric and the traditional art techniques of Kyoto. This product is made with a temporary ebane.
About the pattern
The dragon is a legendary creature that has appeared in various cultures since ancient times. The dragon often symbolizes power, wisdom, and protection, and is deeply rooted in Japanese and Chinese mythology and folklore.
Dragon Symbolism
- Power and Dignity: The dragon's huge, powerful form symbolizes overwhelming power and majesty.
- Wisdom and Knowledge: In many traditions, the dragon is depicted as a wise man with knowledge and wisdom.
- Protection and prosperity: Especially in Chinese culture, dragons are believed to be guardian deities, bringing prosperity and good fortune.
Japanese Dragons
In Japanese mythology and folklore, dragons often appear as water deities. Examples include the famous eight-forked serpent (Yamata no Orochi) and the dragon god. These dragons are often enshrined in shrines and temples and play an important role in prayers for good harvests in agriculture and fishing.
Chinese Dragons
In traditional Chinese culture, dragons are also an important symbol of the emperor. The Chinese dragon has a long body with horns and claws, and is believed to have the power to fly and bring rain. Especially during the Spring Festival, a dance called the Dragon Dance is performed and celebrated with great enthusiasm among the people.
- ①「身長」/「hight」
- ②「ヒップ」または「胴回り」/「hip」or 「girth」
…胴囲の一番大きい部分です。
It is the largest part of the waist circumference. - ③「裄(ゆき)」/「Length of sleeve」
…腕を水平から下に30度まで上方に上げて、
首の後ろの骨のあたりから手首の骨まで。
首の骨のぐりぐり(第七頸椎の後ろ)から手首の骨のぐりぐりまで。
Raise your arms up to 30 degrees below horizontal, From around the back bone of the neck to the wrist bone. From the neck bone gouge (behind the seventh cervical vertebra) to the wrist bone gouge. - ④「体重」/「weight」
※襦袢の裄丈は着物の裄丈に対し約5mm短くなります。
*The sleeve length of the juban(kimono underwear) is about 5mm shorter than the sleeve length of the kimono.
お手持ちの着物に合わせた着物や長襦袢を作りたい方は、ご自身の【身長】と、
上記図を参考に、その着物の、【①身丈・②袖丈・③袖幅・④袖付・⑤裄・⑥前幅・⑦後幅】の合計8つのサイズおを教えください。
If you want to make a jyuban(kimono underwear) that matches your kimono, please tell us your [height] and Refer to the diagram above to 【①determine the length, ②sleeve length, ③Length of sleeve, ④Width of the sleeve's seam, ⑤Length of sholder and sleeve, ⑥front width, and ⑦back width】 of the kimono.Please let me know the total 8 sizes.
※襦袢の裄丈は着物の裄丈に対し約5mm短くなります。
*The sleeve length of the juban(kimono underwear)is about 5mm shorter than the sleeve length of the kimono.