ZEN T-Shirt A Triple Collaboration: Kenchoji Temple × Kamari Maeda × Kamakura Shirts
This special edition T-shirt is a triple collaboration between Kenchoji Temple—the top-ranking temple among the Five Great Zen Temples of Kamakura—calligrapher and presentation creator Kamari Maeda, and Makers Shirt Kamakura.
Made from 100% cotton with a firm and premium texture, the T-shirt features the calligraphy of "ZEN" and "Hōjō Tokusō-ke" (※), written by Kamari Maeda. ※ Refers to the ruling family line of the Hōjō clan, which led the Kamakura Shogunate.
A dual-branded tag of Kenchoji and Kamakura Shirts is sewn on the left hem, adding a touch of exclusivity to the piece.
Perfect not only for daily wear but also as a thoughtful gift for those who love Kamakura—its temples or its shirts—or for overseas visitors.
Learn more about this special triple collaboration below:
Kenchoji Temple Located in Kita-Kamakura, Kenchoji is the head temple of the Kenchoji school of the Rinzai sect and ranks first among the Five Great Zen Temples of Kamakura. It is known as Japan’s first Zen temple, and to this day, it continues to host rigorous training for monks. Zazen meditation sessions for the public are also very popular. https://www.kenchoji.com/
About Kamari Maeda Presentation Creator / Calligrapher A graduate of Tokyo Gakugei University’s Department of Calligraphy, Maeda has forged a career as an independent calligrapher. He is active both in Japan and internationally, holding solo exhibitions and live performances in locations such as New York, Asia, and Europe. Currently, he is also the calligrapher for The Elusive Samurai, a manga set in Kamakura that is serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump and adapted into a TV anime.
Cotton 100%
Made in Japan
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I own about a dozen Kamakura OCBD, and at least 5 in the Vintage Ivy series. An extra button at the bottom of the front placket would be great for taller people, but that's just a nice to have. The shirts get better with washing, except the NAVY one. The color fades (to be expected) even with cold washing and air drying. I find it makes the shirt a little less attractive than the others. It's a common problem with dark navy cotton garments after repeated washing. I will buy more Vintage Ivy shirts for sure, just not this color.
This sweater does everything I wanted it to do and more. Casual or dressy. Cozy but never hot. An heirloom quality piece to last my lifetime and for one of my kids to inherit and enjoy. Thank you Kamakura Shirt for your good taste, and intentionality in quality execution.