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what does the three dots stand for on usagais shirt please reply
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Hello Riva,
Welcome to the Dojo! Great to see you posting around here.
Where did Usagi's mon (crest) come from? Is it a real one, or did you make it up?
(WWW Board May 2000) The Mifune mon which Usagi wears is based on a rabbit's footprint. I wanted it to be easily recognizeable and easy to render, especially in smaller drawing. Tomoe's mon is based on the footprints of a bear and Gen's is a daikon turnip. My own family crest is a plum blossom within a circle. I had considered using it as Usagi's mon but it's too complicated.
http://www.usagiyojimbo.com/intro/faq/faq_uy.html#faq17
For more information about Japanese mon's here's wiki:
It is thought that mon originated as fabric patterns to be used on clothes in order to distinguish individuals or signify membership in a specific clan or organisation. By the twelfth century, sources give a clear indication that heraldry had been implemented as a distinguishing feature, especially for use in battle. It is seen on flags, tents and equipment.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mon_(crest)
Peace, maka
Welcome to the Dojo! Great to see you posting around here.
Where did Usagi's mon (crest) come from? Is it a real one, or did you make it up?
(WWW Board May 2000) The Mifune mon which Usagi wears is based on a rabbit's footprint. I wanted it to be easily recognizeable and easy to render, especially in smaller drawing. Tomoe's mon is based on the footprints of a bear and Gen's is a daikon turnip. My own family crest is a plum blossom within a circle. I had considered using it as Usagi's mon but it's too complicated.
http://www.usagiyojimbo.com/intro/faq/faq_uy.html#faq17
For more information about Japanese mon's here's wiki:
It is thought that mon originated as fabric patterns to be used on clothes in order to distinguish individuals or signify membership in a specific clan or organisation. By the twelfth century, sources give a clear indication that heraldry had been implemented as a distinguishing feature, especially for use in battle. It is seen on flags, tents and equipment.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mon_(crest)
Peace, maka