
Beams
Unmei Printed T-Shirt
This is a Unmei printed T-shirt from Japanese brand Beams, a regular-fit crewneck adult top made of 100% cotton jersey. It has a ribbed collar, a small turquoise 'Unmei' text print on the left chest, and a large multicolor screen-printed graphic on the back featuring the Japanese characters for destiny (運命) and artwork by manga artist Matsuda. Primarily a casual, everyday garment, this T-shirt combines a standard white cotton base with symbolic, manga-inspired illustrations.
- Material
- 100% cotton jersey
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Manga-inspired graphic t-shirt featuring a vibrant destiny-themed illustration by artist Matsuda, crafted from ultra-comfortable 100% cotton jersey.
100% cotton jersey, regular fit, ribbed crew neck, chest and back print.
- Material
- 100% cotton jersey
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- ultra comfortable 100% cotton jersey
- regular fit
- ribbed crew neck
- print on chest and back
- manga artist original illustration
- highly detailed graphic
- vibrantly colored design
- symbolic artwork
Product Insights
Award-winning Garo-kei artist Matsuda Koichi's hand-drawn illustration, reproduced via nine-color screen print from his debut monograph cover, adorns this TOKYO CULTUART series tee; its 'Unmei' motif evokes a navigable destiny, but the slim, shorter fit and out-of-stock availability trade off against a vibrant print that withstands 50–80 washes with proper care.
Verified claims
- Artist credentials
- Matsuda Koichi studied under Garo-kei inheritor Nemoto Kei and won the 22nd AX Manga Newcomer Award.
- Artwork origin
- Back graphic reproduces the cover of Matsuda's debut art book 'Unmei'.
- Handcrafted authenticity
- All illustrations are hand-drawn using traditional analog techniques.
- Curated series
- Part of BEAMS' TOKYO CULTUART series featuring artists like Tadanori Yokoo.
- Hand-drawn process
- Matsuda draws the original illustration entirely by hand using pencil, pen, and screen tones, no digital input.
- Print quality
- Nine-color screen print holds vibrant color through 50-80 washes with proper care.
- Artist provenance
- Matsuda is an award-winning Garo-kei artist; the back graphic reproduces the cover of his debut monograph 'Unmei'.
- Unmei concept
- Back print of Matsuda's 'Unmei' cover visualizes a flowing, influenceable destiny.
- Artistic lineage
- Part of BEAMS' TOKYO CULTUART series by Garo-kei manga artist Matsuda Koichi.
- Print technique
- Nine-color silkscreen faithfully reproduces hand-drawn manga art with saturated, wash-resistant ink layers.
- Art reproduction
- Back graphic is a 1:1 reproduction of Matsuda's debut monograph cover, part of Beams' TOKYO CULTUART series.
- Cover art fidelity
- Back graphic is a 1:1 reproduction of the cover of Matsuda's debut monograph.
- Artist background
- Matsuda Koichi is an award-winning Garo-kei artist featured in TOKYO CULTUART.
- Print fidelity
- 9-color screen-printed back graphic reproduces the debut monograph cover.
- Title meaning
- Unmei implies a navigable destiny, not a fixed fate.
- Garo-kei lineage
- Features artwork by Matsuda Koichi, a recognized inheritor of the Garo-kei underground manga tradition.
- Craftsmanship
- The graphic was hand-drawn by Matsuda using traditional analog tools and printed with nine-color screen printing.
- Collectible status
- The back graphic reproduces the cover of Matsuda's debut monograph 'Unmei', meaning a navigable destiny, and is part of BEAMS' TOKYO CULTUART series.
- Price comparison
- Sale price CA$49.95 is 29–43% below comparable Matsuda artist tee retail.
- Fit
- Beams is a Japanese brand and its sizing often runs smaller than standard Western sizing, but this model is listed as regular fit; consult the brand's size guide.
- Care
- Wash inside out in cold water; tumble dry low or air dry.
Product record
- Title
- Unmei Printed T-Shirt
- Brand
- Beams
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
White short-sleeve T-shirt shown from the back on a model with a large rectangular multicolor printed graphic centered on the upper back.
- View and fitRear view of a crew-neck short-sleeve T-shirt worn by a model; shirt hangs straight with the hem near the top of the model's jeans.
- Base material and colorSmooth knit fabric in solid white covering the visible body and sleeves of the T-shirt.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.04 · w 0.96 · h 0.92 (high) - Neckline constructionStandard crew neck with a narrow ribbed collar in the same white fabric.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.03 · w 0.30 · h 0.05 (high) - Back graphic placementLarge rectangular printed graphic occupies the upper-to-mid back, centered horizontally with its bottom ending above the hemline.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.44 (high) - Graphic compositionFull-color illustrated panel with bold black outlines containing multiple characters, objects, starburst shapes and framed panels; composition is portrait-orientation rectangle.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.44 (high) - Prominent printed text“UNMEI”
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.52 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (high) - Japanese characters in top panels“運”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.19 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Japanese characters in top panels 2“命”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.19 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Vertical Japanese text block“松田光市”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.17 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium) - Graphic detailsCentral male face with open mouth and a smaller inset portrait below; surrounding elements include a rocket-like object, exploding starbursts, and two reclining figures at the bottom of the panel.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.24 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Printing finishOpaque, flat screen-printed appearance with saturated solid fills and crisp black outlines.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from behind against a neutral light-gray background; even soft lighting with faint shadowing; jeans visible as styling prop.
- Shot compositionModel occupies center-left of frame with full back visible; image cropped at mid-thigh and top of head partially visible.
- Background and lightingUniform light-gray seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Styling propLight-wash blue jeans worn by the model visible from the waist down, used as styling only.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.32 (high) - Image quality notesSharp focus on shirt and graphic; colors appear saturated and edges well defined; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
white· shirt bodybright cyan· graphic cyan areas#14CBFBvivid pink· graphic pink areas#FC8CCBbright yellow· graphic yellow accents#E2B484black· graphic outlines and text- 02

Product
Front view of a white short-sleeve crewneck T-shirt worn by a model; small turquoise chest print at left front. Visible cotton knit texture and straight hem.
- NecklineClassic crewneck collar with a narrow ribbed band lying flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.05 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve styleShort sleeves with a single visible hem stitch, sleeves end above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.25 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Body fit and hemStraight-cut torso with a straight stitched hem that rests at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.34 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth cotton knit surface with subtle knit grain visible in close areas of the torso and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (medium) - Chest print placementSmall two-line turquoise print on the left chest, positioned above the mid-torso.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Chest print text top line“運命”
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (high) - Chest print text bottom line“UNMEI”
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model torso and upper legs against a uniform light gray background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFramed from just below the model's nose to mid-thigh, centering the torso and chest print; hands partially visible at sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven, neutral light gray background with no visible props or texture.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting from front-left producing gentle shadows under the arms and slight modeling on the fabric.
- Visible apparel besides productLight-blue washed denim jeans visible from the waist to mid-thigh; waistband and fly visible beneath the T-shirt hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
white· main bodyturquoise· chest print- NecklineClassic crewneck collar with a narrow ribbed band lying flat against the model's neck.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Beams
EVANGELION:95 / グラフィック Tシャツ EVA0021A
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4540415 | Unmei Printed T-Shirt - Small | CA$49.95CA$150.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4540416 | Unmei Printed T-Shirt - Medium | CA$49.95CA$150.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4540417 | Unmei Printed T-Shirt - Large | CA$49.95CA$150.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4540418 | Unmei Printed T-Shirt - X-Large | CA$49.95CA$150.00 | Out of Stock |