Astroboy Apron

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Tradition meets mid-century manga in this mash-up apron featuring Astroboy (Osamu Tezuka's famous manga character,Tetsuwan Atomu) coming in to give your kitchen a super cleaning! W e managed to snag a few of these limited run pieces and when they are sold out, they are gone. Maekake are a traditional style of Japanese apron, tied at the hips and worn by craftsmen and the staff of certain shops. Maekake have been favored by workmen since the 15th century Muromachi period. The name maekake comes from mae, meaning front, and the verb kakeru, to hang. The simple design, a thickly woven square of cotton cloth with long straps, displays both the taste and practical wisdom of the garment's original creators. 100% Cotton. 27"L x 18"W Show more