As an Anime Fan How Do You Feel About Otaku?

It is safe to say that at least some of our customers are hard-core fans of anime, manga, and all things Japanese. There is a word for that in Japan: otaku. Have you heard about...
Yes – a Genuine Umai Piece Is Worth the Wait

Yes – a Genuine Umai Piece Is Worth the Wait

Speed is the name of the game in the modern marketplace. We are so used to the on-demand economy that we expect to get what we want when we want it. That's fine. The on-demand...
So, You Want to Create Anime – Start with a Character

So, You Want to Create Anime – Start with a Character

It seems like everyone wants to be an anime artist these days. We think that's great. Today's budding artists will be tomorrow's hot anime creators. But whether you are talking about anime veterans or newbies...

5 Reasons Anime Hoodies Make Perfect Christmas Gifts

It is that time of year again when we have to start talking about gift giving. At the time this post was written, the 2021 holiday shopping season was just weeks away. You might be...
How to Introduce Anime to Your Friends

How to Introduce Anime to Your Friends

Anime has become so popular that an entire subculture has grown up around it. This can be frightening to non-fans, especially those who assume that anime is for children and adult geeks who never make...

Have You Heard About the Umai Points Reward Program?

Here at Umai, we take great pride in everything we do. From our original artwork to our approach to customer service, everything is about providing you with the anime T-shirts, sweatshirts, and artwork you want...

How Ignorance Could Ruin a Perfectly Good Line of Anime Clothing

It is no secret that the modern world is a woke one. Unfortunately, not everything about being woke is good. Some of it is actually bad. For example, there are plenty of woke people who...

Anime's Puzzling World of Demons: Can You Have a Favorite?

Umai anime apparel and posters do not feature any demons as of yet. Who knows if we will ever get there? Nonetheless, there are plenty of demons to be found throughout the anime universe. Some...

We Utilize DTG Printing – Here's What You Need to Know

Companies like ours have multiple options for printing images on T-shirts and sweatshirts. Silkscreen printing is a popular option, as are sublimation printing and heat transfer. But here at Umai, we prefer direct-to-garment (DTG) printing....