Art pieces where "light and wind" reside in everyday life
Crossing the Shijo Ohashi Bridge, the flow of the Kamo River depicts gentle curves along the streets and promenades.
On sunny days, the river scenery illuminated by bright sunlight is portrayed with rich and vibrant colors.
This is a small Kyoto-style print depicting the scenery of Kyoto.
“Rich colors and texture” unique to hand-printed woodblock prints
Through the traditional technique of printing each color carefully and steadily, the colors of the river are expressed in delicate detail with a fresh and transparent feeling of vivid blues and light.
The size is slightly larger than a postcard. It is lightly scattered on small spaces such as the tops of shelves, railings, and window sills.
[Recommended for these people]
・Those who want to be soothed by the morning light and riverside scenery
・Those who want to feel the unique colors and warmth of hand-printed creations
・Those looking for art that fits limited spaces
Just by displaying it, a gentle morning atmosphere and a pleasant flow of time will be born in your room. Please be sure to take it in and enjoy the soft and clear scenery.
A small yet heartwarming, gift-oriented piece
The Kamo River is a place of relaxation for Kyoto residents. This work, which summarizes the gentle morning scenery, delivers a "moment to breathe" in the daily life of those moving, celebrating new construction, or giving gifts.
About the materials
For woodblock prints, we use white Japanese paper with a slightly textured surface. It has good color development and durability, making it suitable for woodblock prints.
Using the traditional printing technique called “hand-printed woodblock prints,” painted woodblocks carved into designs are colored on paper one color at a time.
Woodblock print artist Kenshi Takenaka
Kenshi Takenaka, the creator of Ishizaka Alley, is the fifth generation of the Takenaka woodblock print family. He learned woodblock printing techniques from the current head, Kiyohachi Takenaka, since he was a child. He has mastered the craft through hands-on experience.
He captures his subjects with grand compositions and colors, expressing a unique worldview with simple yet profound expression.
He holds exhibitions across Kyoto, offering not only original works but also designs using woodblock prints for companies, proposing new ways to enjoy woodblock prints.
Some of his works are exhibited at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Honolulu Museum of Art, deepening exchanges through workshops and woodblock prints, and actively working both domestically and internationally.
(Image provided by Takenakado)
Brand “Takenakado”
Takenaka woodblock prints were established in Kyoto in 1891 and have inherited various Kyoto print techniques for over 130 years, ranging from the mass production of Japanese prints to commercial printing.
The current head, Kiyohachi Takenaka, researches old techniques and passes them on to younger generations, while the fifth generation Kenshi Takenaka founded Takenakado, creating new work and selling woodblock prints and paper stationery in their shops.
The sixth generation, Sugiko Harada, is popular for designs that blend tradition with modernity, and Takenakado continues to grow.
Currently, they handle product packaging using woodblock prints and restoration of old prints, always pursuing new possibilities.
(Image provided by Takenakado)
[Size]
Painting: Vertical 15.5cm × Horizontal 10cm
Paper: Vertical 19cm × Horizontal 13.5cm
[Notes]
・No frame is included.
・An edition number is not specified.
・Due to lighting, the color tone of the product may differ between the displayed image and the actual product.
