Sokushinbutsu is a fascinating and rather extreme practice of self-mummification observed by some Buddhist monks in Japan. These monks would undergo rigorous ascetic training and follow a strict diet to gradually mummify themselves while still alive. The process involved consuming only tree roots, nuts, berries, and other natural elements to dehydrate the body and eliminate fat and muscle.

The goal of Sokushinbutsu was to achieve enlightenment and become a "Buddha in this body." The practice was believed to grant the monks access to a higher spiritual realm where they could protect and guide humans on Earth. This practice was particularly associated with the Shingon school of Buddhism and was inspired by the teachings of Kūkai, the founder of Shingon Buddhism1. We created this tee shirt to showcase the practice.

The 100% cotton unisex classic tee will help you land a more structured look. It sits nicely, maintains sharp lines around the edges, and goes perfectly with layered streetwear outfits. Plus, it's extra trendy now!

• 100% cotton
• Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
• Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 5.0–5.3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²)
• Open-end yarn
• Tubular fabric
• Taped neck and shoulders
• Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem
• Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!