Jigoku Dayu’s haunting ukiyo-e portraits merge sensual beauty with Buddhist visions of hell, revealing a tale of sin and redemption.
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Why Mono no Aware Is the Soul of Japanese Ukiyo-e
How mono no aware, the bittersweet awareness of life’s impermanence, flows through Japanese art and ukiyo-e.
What You Should Know About Uchiwa-e: Japanese Fan Art
Explore the history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance in the artistry of Japanese fan prints, called uchiwa-e.
Chūshingura: The Epic of the Forty-Seven Ronin in Ukiyo-e Art
The epic tale of Chūshingura and the Forty-Seven Ronin, is a story of loyalty, honor, and revenge that is often depicted in ukiyo-e art.