Ukiyo-e
Traditional ukiyo-e woodblock paintings may be Japan’s most iconic form of art. While it thrived from 17th to 19th centuries, the style still survives today…
The Okada Museum of Art in Hakone, Kanagawa was only opened in 2013, however, despite its short history, this private museum displays a wide range…
An effort to popularize para-sports in Japan titled the Para Plus Project has recently launched in Japan. The project depicts para-athletes and the world of…
On my way back home after praying for good fortune at a temple nearby, I stumbled upon this beautiful place in Nakagawa. Seeing how it…
Launched by the Gundam Cafe located in Akihabara, the Discovery-G series is a lineup of collectible goods that combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship and art with…
One of Japan’s leading condom makers, Okamoto Industries, Inc., has announced a new “design condom” series which will feature images including traditional Ukiyo-e Japanese woodblock…
David Bowie lives on as traditional Japanese artwork. UKIYO-E PROJECT was started by Yuka Mitsui, CEO of Mitsui Agency International, to preserve the traditional art…
Ukiyo-e, which translates to “image(s) of the floating world,” is a genre of Japanese art that thrived from the 17th to 19th centuries. Artists produced…
Ukiyo-e, which translates from Japanese to “image(s) of the floating world,” is a genre of Japanese art that thrived from the 17th to 19th centuries….
Ukiyo-e, which translates to “image(s) of the floating world,” is a genre of Japanese art that thrived from the 17th to 19th centuries. Artists produced…
Considering the sheer number of magnificent works legendary artists have introduced to the world, it’s nearly impossible to visit them all and scrutinize their every…
Proved by the truly badass ukiyo-e artworks of legendary rock bands KISS and Iron Maiden, hard rock and traditional Japanese art go hand in hand…
It wouldn’t be an unfair generalization to say that Japan is a society that values established rules of etiquette, but in recent years a growing…
It’s nearly impossible to discuss Japanese art without mentioning the name Kawanabe Kyōsai (1831-1889). One of Japan’s most unique and prominent painters, whose art may…
Classic Japanese manga and anime are often reincarnated in HD, brand new sequels, and even into gorgeous ukiyo-e artwork. More modern series like One Piece,…