Hokusai’s Mt. Fuji: A Genius Ukiyo-e Artist’s Timeless Masterpieces
Hokusai’s Mt. Fuji in English and Japanese
Large size (B4 extended format), 36 pages
before-tax price: ￥2,000
Hokusai was a genius Ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period (1603–1868) who had a profound influence on European Impressionists, including Vincent van Gogh. In this book, you can explore his masterpieces depicting Japan’s tallest and most sacred mountain while also gaining insights into the daily lives of people at the time.
You can admire Hokusai’s world-famous Great Wave at its original size.
Additionally, you will relish the unique and wonderful aspects of Japanese culture, as well as Hokusai’s remarkable sense of humor.
（Shinto and Mt. Fuji）
Unlike religions that focus on a single god or deity, Shinto, Japan’s indigenous religion, is deeply rooted in the belief that every natural element holds spiritual significance. Among them, mountains are often regarded as the dwelling places of deities. Mt. Fuji, with its exceptional grandeur and beauty, is believed to be the home of a goddess who embodies the beauty and power of nature.
At sunrise or sunset, it often appears stunningly reddish, serving as a perfect example of how the natural world is intertwined with the divine.
If you are interested in Mt. Fuji and Japanese culture, this book is the perfect companion for you!
I also recommend Choju Giga, a scroll featuring frolicking animals, often regarded as the origin of manga, produced about 900 years ago.
Hokusai’s Mt.Fuji in English and Japanese
Large size (B4 extended format)
36 pages
before-tax price: ￥2,000
Choju Giga in English and Japanese
Large size (B4 extended format)
36 pages
before-tax price: ￥2,000
