Hokusai's most famous wave, machine-embroidered onto a premium cotton crewneck. Our take on The Great Wave off Kanagawa, the 1831 Japanese woodblock print that became one of the most recognised images on earth, translated into thread work for the chest of a heritage cotton crew.

Hours of detailed embroidery go into capturing the curl of the wave, the foam scattering off the crest, the tiny boats riding it. Stitched in deep indigo and white on a crewneck built to outlast everything else.

The make

• Custom embroidery interpretation of Hokusai's woodblock print
• Machine-embroidered on one of 13 industrial machines at our Melbourne studio
• Made to order, ready to ship in 2 weeks

Want to add to it?

• The Great Wave design is included on the front as standard
• Add a name, date or short phrase elsewhere on the crewneck as a paid add-on at checkout
• Extra embroidery spots (back, sleeve, opposite chest) available

Fabric & fit

• 100% combed cotton, 350 GSM mid-weight fleece
• Classic regular fit, true to size
• Ribbed crew neck, cuffs and waistband
• Brushed inner for cosy warmth

Perfect for: art lovers, Japanese art enthusiasts, anyone who's stood in front of the print at a gallery and gone "I'd wear that".

Designed and embroidered in Melbourne by RK Threads.