Quietly Stopping By on a Rainy Day: "A Piece of Emotion"
A Kyoto umbrella, with colors and patterns reminiscent of rainy weather.
In Kyoto, you can often see them in places like Hanamachi and Kabuki theaters, as well as tea houses.
Bring the elegance of Kyoto into your home.
This series depicts motifs unique to Kyoto, encapsulating "the everyday life of Kyoto" as a concept.
The beauty of woodblock prints that convey the flavor of craftsmanship
The colors and lines printed in a single color using traditional woodblock printing techniques possess both strength and delicacy, and the texture of the printing surface and the printing mulra (unevenness) bring out a deep flavor..
The size is slightly larger than a postcard. It fits perfectly on shelves, desks, or small wall spaces, allowing you to casually decorate without worrying about size.
[Recommended for these people]
- Those who want to incorporate the atmosphere and gentle emotions of rainy days into their daily life
- Those who want to enjoy art with the flavor of woodblock printing techniques in a casual way
- Those looking for an interior with small spaces for display
An art piece that offers a moment of breathing space in everyday life. On rainy days, it provides a quiet scene that enriches the heart. Please welcome this into your interior.
A “little special” gift with heartfelt thought
This art, themed on rainy days and quiet moments, is perfect as a small gift to brighten someone's everyday life.
It becomes a warm present that conveys the feeling of "I want you to feel comfort even on rainy days."
About the materials
For woodblock prints, we use white Japanese paper with a smooth surface. It has excellent color development and durability, making it an ideal material for woodblock prints.
The traditional printing technique called "hand-carved woodblock printing," where a carved wooden plate is colored one color at a time on paper, is used.
Creator: Mitsuru Kato
Bamboo Leaf Hall woodblock designer and woodblock stylist.
He studied interior design at a specialized school, and after graduation, he worked as a paper molding craftsman under a Japanese paper maker. He was involved in molding and manufacturing.
Since then, as a designer, he has been active in creating packaging for Japanese sweets and free paper, engaging in fields related to paper.
Looking forward to his connection with Bamboo Leaf Hall's woodblock printing studio, he aims to bring woodblock printing to the world.
Utilizing knowledge of Japanese paper and commercial design, he creates woodblock designs that blend the old and new in printing technology with a good sense of balance.
Also working as a press operator, he promotes the charm of woodblock prints while proposing styles for woodblock prints and woodblock miscellaneous goods that fit modern and interior trends.
Brand "Bamboo Leaf Hall"
Bamboo Leaf Hall was founded in Kyoto in 1891 and has inherited various techniques of Kyoto-style printing for over 130 years, ranging from the reproduction of Japanese paintings to commercial printing.
The current head, Kiyohachi Takenaka, researches old techniques and teaches young artisans, while the fifth generation, Kenji Takenaka, established Bamboo Leaf Hall and created new works, selling woodblock prints and paper stationery at the store.
The sixth generation, Yukiko Harada, has gained popularity with designs that fuse tradition and modernity, contributing to the growth of Bamboo Leaf Hall.
Currently, they handle commercial packaging using woodblock prints and restoration of old prints, always pursuing new possibilities.
[Size]
Image: Vertical approx. 10cm × Horizontal approx. 15cm
Paper: Vertical approx. 12cm × Horizontal approx. 17cm
[Notes]
• The frame is not included.
• Due to lighting and other factors, the color of the product may differ from the image shown.
