When people hear the term ukiyo-e, many may first picture kabuki prints like the famous work above, Ōtani Oniji III as Yakko Edohei by Tōshūsai Sharaku—actors striking dramatic...

Chūshingura is a fictionalized retelling of a series of real historical events known as the Genroku Akō Incident, which took place between 1701 and 1703 and involved Lord Asano...

Sumo, which appears in Japanese mythology and ancient records both as a sacred ritual and a competition, became a popular form of entertainment for commoners during the...

Kachōga is a genre of painting that depicts flowers, birds, and other aspects of nature. It often focuses on wildflowers, flying birds, and small animals, all of which represent the natural...