To the uninitiated, this is a striking, geometric design in a classic vermillion red. To those in the know, it's a battle cry.
This durable vinyl decal features the yojijukugo 堕賊揚星 (Dazoku Yōsei), a Japanese rendering of the Union Army's motto, "Down with the Traitor, Up with the Stars." The highly stylized Kakuji script, used for official seals in 19th-century Japan, gives the phrase the weight of a formal decree.
This is the power of anachronism in art. Taking a fiery sentiment from the American Civil War and rendering it in the stark, geometric script of late Edo-period Japan forces us to see a familiar phrase in a new, universal light. It suggests that the impulse to defend freedom against its betrayers is a timeless, global theme, recognizable even across vast cultural divides.
It's a subtle but powerful symbol of solidarity with a historic cause, a 'secret handshake' for those who understand and appreciate the fusion of American history and Japanese aesthetics. The small text in the corner ensures you'll always know which way is up.
Product features - Removable adhesive allows for easy application and repositioning - Durable against water, scratches, and UV rays for a long-lasting display - Satin finish enhances the decal's visual appeal - Vibrant colors produced with advanced printing techniques - Available in four sizes to suit different needs
Care instructions - Clean with water and rag. Can be used indoors as well as outdoors with 3 year durability. Apply to any hard smooth surface.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr [!at] honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC Care instructions: Clean with water and rag. Can be used indoors as well as outdoors with 3 year durability. Apply to any hard smooth surface.