The dragon in Japanese art
The dragon, a symbol of strength and wisdom in Japanese art. The dragon, an emblematic figure of the Asian imagination, occupies a very special place in Japanese art. At the same time…
Tokkuri: The art and tradition of the Japanese sake bottle
An age-old tradition: The tokkuri, this small, iconic bottle dedicated to sake, occupies a special place in Japanese cultural heritage. Its history dates back several centuries, perhaps even more than one…
The moon, the infinite muse of Japanese prints
For centuries, the moon has held a central place in Japanese culture. Whether it's the festivals dedicated to the full moon, the celebration of the equinox, or…
Kunichika: The modern brilliance of Japanese prints
Born in 1835, Toyohara Kunichika is one of the last great masters of Ukiyo-e, the popular pictorial art of Edo-period Japan. His bold vision and taste for innovation allowed…
Japanese Christmas gift: the idea of an antique
Giving a Japanese antique as a Christmas gift is a unique and culturally rich idea that will delight art lovers and curious minds alike.
Synergies between tradition and modernity – Japanese craftsmanship at the forefront of innovation – 12th edition
From November 5 to 23, 2024, the Japanese Center for Local Government (CLAIR Paris) is organizing the 12th edition of its event "Synergies between tradition and modernity – Local craftsmanship…
Shin-hanga prints: the revival of Japanese prints
Shin-Hanga is an early 20th-century Japanese art movement that aimed to revitalize traditional ukiyo-e prints with a modern sensibility. It skillfully blended classical woodblock printing techniques…
The tessen, samurai fan
The tessen 鉄扇, also known as the war fan, is a unique Japanese weapon. It comes in two main forms: either as a...
Hasekura Tsunenaga, a samurai explorer in Spain... and St Tropez!
Join me every week on Twitch and YouTube as Kogei San. Here I present the arts and crafts of Japan and Korea in a live format, featuring Hasekura,...
Chikanobu, master of Japanese prints from the Meiji period
Join me every week on Twitch and YouTube as Kogei San. Here I present the arts and crafts of Japan and Korea in a live format, featuring Chikanobu,...