Step into the vibrant world of Edo-period art, where ukiyo-e rose from street culture to become Japan’s most iconic global visual tradition.
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Why Hokusai Manga Was More Than Just Sketches
Hokusai Manga was not a comic book—it was a groundbreaking visual archive of Edo life, influencing artists worldwide for centuries.
The 5 Most Known Ukiyo-e Artists of the Edo Period
Meet the five most known ukiyo-e artists of the Edo period—Utamaro, Sharaku, Hokusai, Kuniyoshi, and Hiroshige—and how they shaped Japan’s floating world.
Katsushika Hokusai’s One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji: A Final Masterpiece in Ink and Spirit
Hokusai’s final series, One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji, reveals his spiritual peak—three volumes of profound linework and lasting legacy.
The Ultimate Guide to Hiroshige’s Sudden Shower Over Shin-Ohashi Bridge and Atake
Step into Hiroshige’s rainy Edo with “Sudden Shower Over Shin-Ohashi Bridge and Atake”—explore its print variations, auction history, and timeless beauty.
How Prussian Blue Changed the Face of Ukiyo-e
See how Prussian blue transformed Japanese ukiyo-e, reshaping Hokusai’s waves, Hiroshige’s rains, and the global art landscape forever.
Why Did Hokusai Move Over 100 Times During His Life?
Katsushika Hokusai, the legendary ukiyo-e artist, is said to have moved over 100 times. See why his restless spirit shaped his art and life.
Hokusai Was Not One Artist, But Many: A Life in Ukiyo-e Transformation
Follow the many lives of ukiyo-e master Hokusai, from Shunrō to Manji, as his art transforms through names and evolving styles.
Why TASCHEN’s Hokusai is the Ultimate Gift for Fans of Ukiyo-e
Discover TASCHEN’s Hokusai book by Andreas Marks—746 artworks, deep insights, and pure Japanese art mastery in one epic volume.