Category: Ukiyo-e
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Visions of Kimono
The word, kimono, means simply ‘the thing worn.’ As a garment it is incredibly simple in design being straight-seamed with wide sleeves. The garment is…
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Wrapping Paper
The arrival of Ukiyo-e in the West has a somewhat unexpected history. First, a brief history of Japan’s trade with the West: During the 18th…
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Tattoo and Ukiyo-e
Tattoos in Japan are a subject of contention to this very day. During the Edo period, tattoos were used as a form of punishment for…
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Sumo in Ukiyo-e
In the wake of the Tokyo Olympics we thought we’d take a look at a very important connection between ukiyo-e and sport, specifically sumo wrestling.…
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Ukiyo-e Heroes
Ukiyo-e and video games might not initially seem to have a lot in common. However, there may be more similarities than one thinks. Consider that…
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Mokuhanga, a brief history
Mokuhanga has a very long and colourful history, and it can be quite intimidating at first. Let’s have a look at the three main traditions…