Fan Tan Alley Printed Shirt

Lantern light. Narrow brick walls. Footsteps that shouldn’t be there.
This tee is part of our Dark Victoria series—original artwork inspired by Victoria, BC’s spookier folklore. Styled like a vintage horror poster, Fan Tan Alley captures the after-dark, Chinatown vibe of the city’s most famous passageway—made to stand out on a black t-shirt.

The legend behind the design

Local ghost lore says the “man running through Fan Tan Alley” is Ah Chung (or Chan). In versions of the story passed down over time, he’s tied to a tragic 1889 crime involving a young woman, followed by his death in jail. The legend claims his spirit is still seen rushing through the alley—sometimes described as bloody or clutching a knife—as if replaying a desperate escape, startling passersby with the sudden feeling of someone shoving past in the dark.

Details

• Printed on a black unisex t-shirt

• Vintage horror-poster style graphic: “Fan Tan Alley — Victoria, BC”

• Classic everyday fit

• Made to order

Fit

• Unisex fit (true to size for a relaxed look)

• Prefer a more fitted look? Size down.

• Want it oversized? Size up.

Care

• Wash cold, inside out

• Tumble dry low or hang dry

• Do not iron directly on the print

Dark Victoria Series

Collect the series: haunted landmarks, local legends, and Vancouver Island gothic vibes—designed in-house.

Note: This product is original artwork inspired by local folklore and historical legend. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any businesses, organizations, or locations associated with Fan Tan Alley or Victoria Chinatown.

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