The Rinpa aesthetic defines Japanese elegance—nature distilled into rhythm and form. Meet its masters, from Sōtatsu to Kōrin, and see how Rinpa shaped ukiyo-e, shin-hanga, and modern Japanese design.
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Tawaraya Sōtatsu: The Art of Motion and Mystery in Gold
Few artists captured motion like Tawaraya Sōtatsu. His Waves at Matsushima reshaped Japanese art with its golden rhythm and Zen stillness.
The Wave Motif in Japanese Art–Its Meaning, Motion, and Memory
What is the meaning and artistry of the wave motif in Japanese art? From seigaiha patterns to Hokusai’s Great Wave—a timeless symbol of motion, impermanence, and beauty.
Nami no Uta: A Black & White Ode to the Waves
The Nami no Uta Black & White Collection brings six Japanese wave prints inspired by Hokusai, Zen, and modern minimalism into timeless wall art.
New Japanese Art Prints: Mt. Fuji and the Grace of the Geisha
Two new Japanese-inspired artworks — a serene Mt. Fuji landscape and a graceful geisha portrait — blending ukiyo-e tradition with modern Zen aesthetics.
Furuya Kōrin and Shin Bijutsukai: A New Ocean of Japanese Design
Furuya Kōrin’s Shin Bijutsukai transformed Japanese design publishing, turning pattern books into vibrant works of art at the dawn of the 20th century.
Can’t-Miss Art Exhibitions in Tokyo This Fall 2025
Discover the best art exhibitions in Tokyo this Fall 2025—from Hokusai’s immersive shows to avant-garde retrospectives.
Tansai Gafu: A Forgotten Design Album of Shōwa Japan
Tansai Gafu, a rare four-volume Japanese design album published by Happō-dō in Kyoto, features bold flat colored botanical woodblock prints.
How Mujō 無常 Inspires Zen Practice, Ukiyo-e Prints, and Modern Design
Mujō (無常), the Japanese concept of impermanence, shapes Zen, ukiyo-e, and design. Learn how fleeting beauty defines Japanese art, culture, and life.