Maria Kannon L/S [WHITE]

Maria Kannon L/S

Maria Kannon refers to the Virgin Mary, depicted in the form of Kannon (the Bodhisattva of Compassion). During the period when Christianity was forbidden in Japan, it is said that people who continued to practice their faith secretly prayed to Maria Kannon, superimposing the image of the Virgin Mary onto that of Kannon.

This is a unique form of Japanese faith where two different beliefs quietly intertwine, connecting people's prayers and hopes.

The back of the garment features the Virgin Mary standing peacefully, surrounded by solemn church architecture and a large rose window stained glass.

Based on deep blue, soft white, and the diverse light filtering through the stained glass, this modern graphic design expresses the Virgin Mary's compassion and the silent prayers embodied in Maria Kannon.

On the front, a minimalist print on the chest reads:

MARIA KANNON
THE MERCIFUL LIGHT
"Light of Compassion"

This piece creates a striking contrast between the serene front and the magnificent scene of prayer on the back.

Even if forms and times change, the light of prayer never fades.

SOW INOUE "Gods and Buddhas" Series: "Maria Kannon".

■Product Number: JAW0614

■Material: 100% Cotton

■Color: White

■Country of Origin: Japan

■Sizes

[S] Length: 66cm, Width: 51cm, Shoulder Width: 46cm, Sleeve Length: 60cm

[M] Length: 70cm, Width: 54cm, Shoulder Width: 49cm, Sleeve Length: 61cm

[L] Length: 74cm, Width: 57cm, Shoulder Width: 52cm, Sleeve Length: 62cm

[XL] Length: 78cm, Width: 60cm, Shoulder Width: 56cm, Sleeve Length: 64cm

[XXL] Length: 81cm, Width: 63cm, Shoulder Width: 59cm, Sleeve Length: 65cm

Model is 166cm tall and wearing size M.