GAMAN Apron

For all/any generations. GAMAN (我慢) is a Japanese term of Zen Buddhist origin which means "enduring the seemingly unbearable with patience and dignity". The term is generally translated as "perseverance", "patience", or "tolerance"; to be patient in the face of conflict, difficulties, and otherwise unexpected situations, in order to maintain social unity and harmony. Simply put, life must be endured. Gaman is variously described as a "virtue", an "ethos", a "trait", etc. It means to do one's best in distressed times and to maintain self-control and discipline Colour green typically symbolizes “nature” and “tranquillity”; the colour white symbolizes “peacefulness”; and red symbolizes “strength”. Straight lines symbolize “calm”. “GAMAN” in Japanese added to apron top.