Japan

Japan Posters – masterful woodblock prints and Far Eastern art in your interior Collection “Japan” is a captivating visual journey to the Land of the Rising Sun, created for connoisseurs of oriental aesthetics and lovers of art history. In this exceptional selection, we proudly present carefully curated reproductions of classic Japanese paintings and woodblock prints belonging to the famous ukiyo-e (pictures of the floating world) and shin-hanga (new woodblock prints) movements. It is a remarkable opportunity to bring timeless elegance, serenity, and harmony into your home, for which Far Eastern art has been renowned for centuries. Among our Asian bestsellers, you will find works by the most outstanding artists, whose prints shaped Japanese visual culture. From majestic landscapes with Mount Fuji, through subtle compositions featuring flora and fauna, to expressive, playful theatrical scenes. Every poster from the Japanese collection is an authentic fragment of history, infused with deep symbolism and artisanal mastery, that will give your space a refined, intellectual character. Hokusai, Kuniyoshi, Koson and Korin – masterpieces for your wall Our collection is a true pantheon of Japanese masters. Among other works, you will find the famous “Villagers’ Picnic on the Goten-yama Hill” (1831), with Mount Fuji visible in the distance, by the legendary Hokusai Katsushika – one of the most prolific landscape artists of the late Edo period. Mount Fuji was also immortalized in the spectacular woodblock print “Mount Fuji from Lake Yamanaka” (1936) by Hiroaki Takahashi, a distinguished representative of the 20th-century shin-hanga movement. For fans of flora and fauna, we have prepared the elegant “Water Lily” (1926) by Ohara Koson, as well as the traditional portrait “Flock of Beautiful Japanese Manchurian Cranes” by Ogata Korin (1658-1716) from the Rinpa school, where abstract form and close observation of nature meet against a distinctive golden background. The selection is completed by the print “Blue Sky” (1860-1869) from the botanical book “Yatsuo no tsubaki” by Taguchi Tomoki. The truly unique gem in this collection, however, is the reproduction of an extraordinary woodblock print by Kuniyoshi Utagawa. It depicts anthropomorphized frogs in costumes, performing scenes from Kabuki theatre. Utagawa, one of the last great masters of ukiyo-e, was known for his expressive style, fascination with eerie, fantastical scenes, and use of European perspective. The original of this fascinating print is held in the collections of the Library of Congress in the USA! In which interiors does Japanese art work best? Reproductions of Japanese masters are an absolute cornerstone of the increasingly popular Japandi style (a combination of Scandinavian minimalism and Japanese functionality) and Wabi-Sabi, which celebrates authenticity and natural beauty. Posters with blooming lilies, cranes, or landscapes of Mount Fuji wonderfully calm the interior, bringing an aura of deep relaxation to a bedroom, living room, or study. In contrast, striking, unconventional prints (such as the frogs from Kabuki theatre) are a fantastic, intriguing accent for eclectic interiors and artistic studios. They make an excellent starting point for conversations about art and Eastern culture, drawing the eye of every guest. Museum-quality printing and free framing for Japanese prints To ensure that all subtle color transitions, the ukiyo-e linework, and the golden Rinpa school backgrounds look absolutely perfect, we print our posters on three carefully selected premium media. For Japanese woodblock prints and paintings, we highly recommend Hahnemühle 100% Cotton Art Paper (310 gsm). Its noble, delicate texture perfectly imitates traditional handmade paper, giving the reproductions a museum-quality character. For bright interiors, we recommend Matte Paper (230 gsm), and to enhance color depth – Pearl Satin Paper (255 gsm). We prepare Japanese art in five universal wall formats: 30x40 cm, 40x50 cm, 50x70 cm, 61x91 cm, and 70x100 cm. We know that such outstanding works deserve equally exceptional presentation. That is why, if you purchase a dedicated frame in our store, we will professionally frame your Japanese poster completely free of charge! You will receive a ready-to-hang piece of art, carefully secured in a very sturdy cardboard box. Orders consisting of prints only are rolled and shipped in hard protective cardboard tubes. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Which Japanese art masters will I find in this collection? The collection gathers works by the most outstanding Japanese artists from the Edo, Meiji, and later periods. You will find reproductions of paintings and woodblock prints by artists such as Hokusai Katsushika, Kuniyoshi Utagawa, Ohara Koson, Hiroaki Takahashi, Ogata Korin, and Taguchi Tomoki. What does the poster with frogs from Kabuki theatre depict and who is its author? This highly original and fascinating poster is the work of Kuniyoshi Utagawa, a master of the ukiyo-e movement. It depicts anthropomorphized frogs dressed in traditional costumes, performing an expressive scene from a Kabuki play. Interestingly, the original of this valuable woodblock print is held in the collections of the Library of Congress in the USA. What makes the poster featuring Manchurian cranes stand out? The author of this portrait of a flock of cranes is Ogata Korin (1658-1716), an outstanding representative of the Japanese Rinpa school. This print stands out for its incredible elegance, its perfect combination of close observation of nature with abstract form, and the use of the golden background so characteristic of Ogata’s work. Which paper best captures the character of ukiyo-e and shin-hanga woodblock prints? For traditional Far Eastern art, the absolute best choice is Hahnemühle 100% Cotton Art Paper (310 gsm). Its perceptible, luxurious structure perfectly imitates archival paper and gives Japanese reproductions uncompromising, gallery-quality authenticity.