Posts tagged Ukiyo-e

Katsushika Hokusai (1760- 1849), most famously known for his series of Mt. Fuji prints, was a revolutionary artist of the late Edo period. At a time when interaction with other countries was strictly restricted, Hokusai incorporated not only various Japanese styles but Western styles to his works as well, and was recognized both domestically and internationally.

Arts & Crafts, HistoryTOKIFebruary 27, 2017Hokusai, Ukiyo-e, 4, page 4

Perspectives on Japan’s Pleasure-Seeking Past: Discovering Ukiyo-e

Pleasure was serious business in 18th century Japan. It was so serious that even an expression was created to reflect its growing significance at the height of the Edo period (1615-1868). Ukiyo (“the floating world”) describes the hedonistic tastes and pleasure-seeking ambitions of the rising merchant class (chonin) in Edo (modern day Tokyo) and Kyoto.

Arts & Crafts, HistoryTOKIFebruary 20, 2016Ukiyo-e, 2, page 6

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