April’s Zodiac Sign “Tatsu” | Ikedaya’s Exclusive Koshu Inden with a Dragon Motif
In Japan, the Junishi, or the twelve signs of the zodiac, has long been used as a traditional system for representing not only years, but also directions and even times of day.
This idea originated in ancient China. Each of the twelve divisions was assigned an animal, and together they came to symbolize the cycle of the seasons as well as certain human traits.
April’s Zodiac Sign: Tatsu (Dragon)
Among the twelve zodiac signs, Tatsu is the only one that does not represent a real animal. Instead, it refers to the imaginary creature known as the dragon.
In Japan, dragons have long been seen as auspicious beings associated with strength, dignity, water, and the heavens. Among the twelve zodiac signs, Tatsu is also known as a symbol of success and protection.
Tatsu: A Sign That Suggests Strength and Forward Movement
The zodiac character 辰 (tatsu) is not simply a direct reference to the dragon itself. It has also been understood as a character that symbolizes the movement of the seasons and the flow of nature. It can be seen as a sign that suggests the seasonal shift from spring to early summer, as well as the energy of things moving forward.
For this reason, Tatsu is not only a bold and powerful sign. It also feels fitting for times when you want to begin something new or value a positive, forward-looking mindset.
Ikedaya’s Exclusive Dragon Motif: Tatsu Ayame Inden
At Ikedaya, we offer original Koshu Inden designs based on the twelve zodiac signs.
Koshu Inden is a traditional Japanese leather craft made by applying lacquer patterns to deerskin, and Ikedaya also offers exclusive original zodiac-pattern Inden designs.
What Is Koshu Inden?
Read our blog post here
Ikedaya’s exclusive zodiac-pattern series includes Tatsu Shoubu, a design that features a stylized dragon, iris leaves associated with protection, and a crystal held in the dragon’s claw.
A stylized dragon
Iris leaves associated with protection
A crystal held in the dragon’s claw
On our global site, the following items are available in this pattern:
No.9854 L-Shaped Zipper Long Wallet
At our stores in Japan, we also carry many other Ikedaya-exclusive Koshu Inden items from the twelve zodiac series.
Koshu Inden is available at our Shinjuku, Shizuoka, and Hamamatsu stores. Among them, the Shizuoka Store offers the widest selection.
If you are visiting the area, we hope you will stop by.
Store Information:
https://ikedaya-global.com/pages/stores
About IKEDAYA
Founded in 1950, Ikedaya is a Japanese brand best known for its signature Ikedaya Randoseru. We create high-quality, Japan-made bags beyond randoseru, including exclusive Ikedaya designs.
