【Ride the Waves Series】Ocean WAWA Classic Amphibious Short Beach Shorts (Unisex)

◆ The Story Behind the Product ◆ The indigenous ocean communities of Taiwan's East Coast share a deep connection with the sea. Every summer, they hold a Fishing Festival (Sea Festival). The strong men catch schools of fish, and everyone celebrates with song and dance by the shore, radiating immense joy that can be felt by passersby. This cherished tradition, passed down through generations, is rich with moving legends. Long ago, a brave warrior was shipwrecked and drifted to a deserted island. Day after day, he yearned and pondered, unable to find a way to leave. One day, a great whale suddenly appeared in the sea and said, "Let me help you!" The great whale then taught the warrior shipbuilding techniques, enabling him to finally return home and reunite with his family. From then on, during the annual Fishing Festival, the men would teach everyone how to build boats and offer sacrifices of wine and betel nuts to express their deepest gratitude to the great whale. WasangShow incorporates the whale into indigenous totems, commemorating this beautiful ocean legend. The flying fish of the ocean tribes dreamt to the elders, sharing knowledge about how to eat them, their taboos, and the rituals. The Tao (Yami) people have adhered to these instructions for generations, and the flying fish have kept their promise, returning to the designated waters every March. The flying fish season is divided into three stages: the Fish Summoning Festival, the Storage Festival, and the Final Consumption Festival, embodying reverence for the natural environment and the hope for ecological sustainability. A fisherman from the ocean tribes accidentally fell into the sea one day and drifted to an island inhabited entirely by women. He spent a few blissful days there, but one day while walking by the shore, he began to cry, suddenly missing his home. Just then, a sea turtle appeared beside him and offered to take him home. The fisherman happily followed the sea turtle back to his village. He asked the sea turtle how he could repay this kindness. The sea turtle replied that upon his return, he should establish age classes and manage the village well. The sea turtle said it would return in five years to inspect his progress, at which time the fisherman should prepare five rice cakes, five jars of wine, five bunches of betel nuts, and five betel nut leaves as a token of his gratitude. ◆ Product Features ◆ 1. Doubles as beach shorts and swim trunks. 2. A summer essential! These amphibious, short-cut beach shorts let you showcase your unique style in the scorching heat! 3. Designed for all genders, these short beach shorts make effortless styling and fashion a breeze! 4. Crafted from premium, soft, and comfortable fabric that's incredibly durable, ensuring comfort all day long! 5. Vibrant and lively patterns that easily complement any top for a stylish look! 6. Effortlessly adapt to any occasion, whether traveling, hitting the beach, or for everyday wear, express your unique style! 7. Full mesh lining. • 100% Nylon • Pocket lining: 100% Polyester Mesh • Features side pockets, side seam pockets, an elastic drawstring waist, and a back pocket. • Full mesh lining. ※ Male model in photo: Height 180cm / Weight 86kg / Wearing XL / Fits well. ※ Female model in photo: Height 165cm / Weight 46kg / Wearing S / Fits well. ◆ Shorts Sizing ◆ ※ Please note that slight variations of 1-2cm in measurements are normal due to different measuring methods. ※ Actual product dimensions may vary slightly from the size chart due to fabric elasticity, washing treatments, measurement starting/ending points, and manual stretching. ※ Height and weight do not definitively determine size; individuals with different body types (e.g., a muscular 165cm person and a slim 180cm person) might wear the same size. ◆ Washing Instructions & Precautions ◆ ・Color variations may occur in product images due to lighting and sunlight effects; please refer to the actual product for color accuracy. ・Wash dark and light-colored garments separately. ・Do not soak or leave wet to prevent color bleeding. ・It is normal for dark-colored garments to release excess dye during the first few washes. ・Please refer to the garment's care label for washing and maintenance instructions. ◆ Design ◆ Taiwan ◆ Manufacturing ◆ China