The Japanese dragon is thought to be a water deity, often associated with abundant water and rain. An important character in folklore and buddhism in Japan, the dragon is painted on the ceilings of temples around the country.

In Shinto, the dragon is also depicted as a water god and is worshipped in many shrines as a god that brings rain and good fishing.

The capacities listed show the amount of sencha (Japanese tea leaves) that can be stored in each canister.