Author: Ayumi Inoue

Hokusai Great Wave off Kanagawa print.

Hokusai Great Wave: The Print That Shaped Japanese Art

Hokusai’s “The Great Wave off Kanagawa” is one of the classic masterpieces of Japanese prints. As one of the first Japanese artworks to gain global fame, The Great Wave helped introduce Japanese art overseas and shaped how the world views Japan’s rich artistry. Discover the novelty behind The Great Wave and how it influenced both the Japanese and foreign art scenes. 

A gold crane origami on top of origami papers with vibrantly-patterned designs.

Origami Paper: Beautiful Mediums Behind Japanese Paper Folding

Origami, the art of paper folding, was once woven into formal ceremonies and religious rituals. People were fascinated by seeing paper come to life with each fold. However, its beauty is also thanks to the origami paper’s texture, rich color, and nature-inspired pattern.