{"product_id":"3piece-set-japanese-ukiyo-e-art-print-on-awa-washi-cat-samurai-and-beast-samurai-frog","title":"3piece set | Japanese Ukiyo-e Art Print on Awa Washi | Cat, Samurai and Beast, Samurai Frog.","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrinted on Awa Washi, a handmade Japanese paper designated as a national traditional craft, each piece offers a warm, organic texture that enhances the artwork’s depth and authenticity.\u003cbr\u003eDesigned and produced in our Kyoto studio, this museum-quality print brings the energy of Japan’s ancient warriors into modern spaces—perfect for those who find beauty in both stillness and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆Details\u003cbr\u003eA3 size.\u003cbr\u003ePrinted on authentic Awa Washi (traditional Japanese paper)\u003cbr\u003eInspired by the Ukiyo-e style of Japanese fine art\u003cbr\u003eMuseum-quality print (frame not included)\u003cbr\u003eDesigned and printed in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆What is Awa Washi?\u003cbr\u003eAwa Washi is Japanese paper produced in Yoshino City, Tokushima Prefecture; Naka Town, Naka District; and Ikeda Town, Miyoshi City. It is made using traditional Japanese paper-making techniques such as “flow-making” and “pool-making.”Awa Washi is characterized by the unique texture and natural feel of hand-made paper, along with its durable quality—thin yet strong and resistant to tearing, even when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆History of Awa Washi\u003cbr\u003eThe exact origins of Awa Washi are unclear, but it is thought to have begun around 806–810 AD. Records indicate that the Awa Inbe clan cultivated hemp and kozo (paper mulberry) and produced paper, suggesting that washi production had already begun by the Nara period.In modern times, Awa washi gradually declined alongside Westernization. However, one paper-making company persevered in preserving the tradition, and in 1976, Awa washi was designated a Traditional Craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e【Cat】\u003cbr\u003eThis ukiyo-e artwork depicts a cat standing quietly, bringing a serene elegance to the space. During the Edo period, cats underwent a significant transformation from practical animals for rodent control to beloved pets among the common people, sparking an unprecedented “first cat boom.” Around this time, cats became indispensable in everyday life, appearing in ukiyo-e prints and being treated almost like deities. \u003cbr\u003eCapturing the delicate linework and subtle expressions characteristic of Edo-period art, this piece celebrates the beauty found within simplicity and stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e【Samurai and Beast】\u003cbr\u003eExperience the fierce spirit and timeless artistry of the samurai.\u003cbr\u003eInspired by Ukiyo-e, Japan’s traditional woodblock printing style, this artwork captures the intensity of battle and the quiet discipline behind true strength. The bold lines and vivid colors evoke the essence of Edo-period craftsmanship, blending motion, courage, and serenity into a single composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the tense moment where a hero with wild hair and a piercing gaze confronts the mythical beast \"Karajishi\" (Chinese Lion) is captured with overwhelming intensity. The dynamic motion that seems to burst from the frame, the intricate patterns of the kimono, and the depiction of the lion's rough fur are the crystallization of the skills of the carvers and printers of that time. The spirit that cuts through the silence and the figure of the hero who subdues even raging power. In the competitive modern society, receiving the \"unshakable confidence\" and \"indomitable fighting spirit\" radiated from this painting will serve as a catalyst to awaken the wildness and strength within ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e【Samurai Frog】\u003cbr\u003eA whimsical fusion of humor and tradition—this Ukiyo-e–inspired artwork depicts a frog dressed as a samurai, capturing the playful imagination of Japan’s Edo-era art. Balancing elegance with wit, it reflects the spirit of mitate-e—a classic style that reimagines familiar subjects in unexpected ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Edo period, frogs were deeply rooted in people's lives and culture in diverse ways. They served as subjects in literature, like Matsuo Basho's haiku, and became motifs in supernatural tales, such as the giant toad featured in the picture book Hyakumonogatari. They were cherished as talismans and lucky charms due to the pun “safely return.”\u003cbr\u003eBecause they lay many eggs at once, they were also seen as symbols of fertility and abundant harvests.\u003cbr\u003eSince they can only jump forward, they were also considered symbols of career advancement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆Design\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork was designed in my Kyoto studio. Some of the images were designed using digital design tools, while others were designed using artificial intelligence (AI) with my own instructions and references to traditional artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Japan from KYOTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46456920572089,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/7032\/8249\/files\/3piece_set.png?v=1772070552","url":"https:\/\/japan-washiart.myshopify.com\/products\/3piece-set-japanese-ukiyo-e-art-print-on-awa-washi-cat-samurai-and-beast-samurai-frog","provider":"Deep Japan from Kyoto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}