秋田 Akita Kanji Art T-Shirt | Namahage, Oga Peninsula & Rice Field Design

About This Product

This is an original kanji art T-shirt by Hasegawa Shizen Kobo, featuring the natural scenery and culture of Akita Prefecture incorporated into the two Japanese characters “秋田” (Akita).

Akita is known for its distinctive landscapes, including the Oga Peninsula, beautiful mountains and natural scenery, expansive rice fields, golden rice ears, and the traditional Namahage culture that represents the region.

This T-shirt brings these elements of Akita’s nature, scenery, and culture into the kanji characters themselves, turning the lettering into a landscape-inspired work of art.

Rather than simply printing the word “Akita,” the design is created so that from a distance it appears as bold Japanese kanji, while up close the scenery and cultural elements of Akita can be discovered within the characters.

It is a great choice for people with a connection to Akita, travelers who want to remember their visit, those who wish to express their attachment to their hometown, and anyone who enjoys Japanese nature, culture, kanji, or brush-style artwork.

It also makes a memorable souvenir from Akita or Japan, as well as a unique gift for anyone interested in Japanese culture.

About the Design

The centerpiece of the design is the bold, brush-inspired Japanese kanji “秋田”, meaning Akita.

Within the character “秋”, the design incorporates imagery inspired by the distinctive shape of the Oga Peninsula, Namahage, blue skies, mountains, and other elements representing the nature and culture of Akita.

Within the character “田”, golden rice ears and the wide-open rice fields that symbolize Akita are incorporated into the artwork.

By preserving the natural form of the kanji while blending Akita’s scenery and culture into the characters, the design aims to unite the word “Akita” with the land, nature, and culture of Akita itself.

From a distance, the design appears as the bold kanji “秋田”. Up close, details inspired by the Oga Peninsula, mountains, rice fields, rice ears, Namahage, and other regional imagery can be discovered within the lettering.

This creates a design that can be enjoyed in two different ways.

Design: Hasegawa Shizen Kobo

Product Features

• Made with Comfort Colors 1717

• Made primarily from 100% ring-spun US cotton (fiber content may vary by color)

• 6.1 oz/yd² (approx. 207 g/m²) substantial heavyweight fabric

• Relaxed fit for comfortable everyday wear

• Garment-dyed for a soft, natural color and lived-in feel

• Pre-shrunk to help reduce shrinkage after washing

• Tubular construction with no side seams

• Double-needle stitching for added durability

• Reinforced shoulders to help maintain shape

• Print designed to blend naturally with the fabric

• Wide variety of color options

• Available sizes: S–3XL

Please note that fiber content may vary depending on the color.

Size Guide

The following measurements are approximate for the Comfort Colors 1717. Measurements are taken with the garment laid flat.

How to Read the Measurements
Width: Measured across the shirt from side to side near the underarm area
Length: Measured from the shoulder area to the bottom hem
Sleeve Length: Based on the manufacturer’s measurement method

Due to the manufacturing process, actual measurements may vary by approximately ±1.5 inches (±3.8 cm).

If you are unsure which size to choose, we recommend laying one of your own T-shirts flat, measuring it, and comparing the measurements with the size chart above.

About the Product Images

Some product images may use AI-generated model mockups to help show how the T-shirt may look when worn. The people shown in these images are not real individuals.

The actual appearance of the product may vary slightly depending on garment size, body shape, screen settings, print placement, and other factors.

Please refer to the product description, size chart, and product images for the actual product specifications.

Care Instructions

• Machine wash at or below 30°C / 90°F

• Do not bleach

• Tumble dry on low heat

• Iron or steam on low heat

• Do not dry clean