The authoritative and wide-ranging visual essay on the aesthetics of Japan, a classic volume now back in print with a stunning new cover design ‘Japan style’ is an aesthetic recognizable to everyone: a beautifully displayed flower, an elegant...

 In early modern Japan, cultural salons were creative spaces for people of all ages and social levels to pursue painting, poetry, and other artistic endeavors as serious but amateur practitioners. All using a pen- or art-name, individuals were able...

An omnibus edition collecting fifteen volumes of Hokusai's dedicated drawing manuals, also known as e-tehon. Best known for woodblock prints such as The Great Wave off Kanagawa, the ninteenth-century artist Hokusai was prolific in other media. Of...

A visual journey through Zen’s influence on Japanese life, from calligraphy to the martial arts Formed by a convergence of the Buddha’s teachings with Taoism and local tradition, Zen has had a profound impact on the art and culture of Japan...

The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure! In Morpho: Hands and Feet, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw the human body. In this book, Lauricella focuses exclusively on the hands and...

Manga-nificent From Astro Boy to Akira, the superstars of the manga scene Since the original TASCHEN edition of Manga Design, Japan’s comic phenomenon has produced yet more captivating characters and a whole host of hot new talents. This revised edition...

This lovely set of 4 round glass coasters featuring works by Katsushika Hokusai are durable and easy to care for. Display on your tabletop in the metal holder that comes with the coaster set in its stylish gift box. A great hostess gift or treat for your...

The Japanese woodblock print showcased breathtaking landscapes, blush-inducing erotica, ghosts and demons that torment the living, and made sumo wrestlers and kabuki actors into rock stars. This book reveals the most exceptional prints from 1710–1925,...

One side of these mixed media postcards is left blank for your art and the back side is printed with the traditional markings of a postcard so you can mail your piece and share your artwork. This paper combines the characteristics of watercolor paper...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  Designed for people seeking creative balance away from the daily grind, each Blackwing Colors pencil features a unique soft and smooth color core designed specifically for...

A unique marker with a compact, refillable glass body, chisel nib, and permanent oil-based ink.  Excellent for use on paper, glass, metal, plastic, canvas and wood.  First released in Japan in 1953, the Magic Ink markers, with each pocket-sized...

The perfect cheerful place to store tiny notes!  The Googly Eye Mini Notebook is hand-made in Scotland. Wonderful for purses, pockets and stockings! Designed in Cambridge, London and made in Scotland Genuine leather 3.15" x 2.5"

Ukiyo-e are paintings of the "floating world" of the Edo Period, in other words, the daily life of the time that is depicted in an exciting, satirical and at times joyful way. Because they were popular among common people, they are said to have laid the...

By Felice Fischer and Kyoko Kinoshita Art of Japan presents one hundred highlights of Japanese art from the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, dating from the Neolithic period to today. Among them are a temple and a teahouse, acquired in 1928,...

Mad about Painting collects beautiful new translations of Hokusai’s painting tutorials and related essays written by the artist and his peers—a selection made available in English for the first time.   Best known for his iconic print...

Use this carry pouch to organize your notebooks, studio supplies, and carry your sketchbooks and drawing materials as you travel. This pouch will hold an A5 size notebook or writing pad. Kleid means "fashion" or "dress" in German, and the company's goal...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  The Blackwing Desktop Sharpener uses a helix blade to sharpen your pencils to perfection. The dial on the crank allows you to adjust the point from long and curved to short...

This ink is made from the prolific Japanese knotweed.  It is found along the waterfronts, next to roadsides, and in many parks and wooded areas in the Philadelphia region and beyond.  The beautiful pale pinks of this ink come from the leaves...

When watching a masterful sketcher, it seems that they create elaborate sketches with ease, tracing their pencils on the page and bringing to life rich and detailed drawings. After sweating away hours trying to create a simple sketch, you may find that...

Dare to color outside the lines with EMOTT fineliner marker pens!  Sleekly designed with a comfortable square barrel, these micro fineliners deliver fade-proof vibrancy and definition with every stroke.  Assorted color fineliner markers deliver...

Dare to color outside the lines with EMOTT fineliner marker pens!  Sleekly designed with a comfortable square barrel, these micro fineliners deliver fade-proof vibrancy and definition with every stroke.  Assorted color fineliner markers deliver...

The Japanese woodblock print is a phenomenon with no Western equivalent. Breathtaking landscapes exist alongside blush-inducing erotica, ghosts and demons torment the living, and sumo wrestlers and kabuki actors are rock stars. This condensed edition...

Create everything from beautifully fine-detailed drawings to spontaneous, expressive sketches with these versatile, high-quality pencils. Ideal for capturing movement or inspiration on the go. The classic charcoal and graphite pencils included in the...

This slender mug features the art of Japanese ukiyo-e artist Hokusai's The Great Wave Off Kanagawa. Beautiful as a decorative object by itself, this mug is the perfect size to cradle in your hands while you enjoy a delicious hot beverage. Made from...

These are the perfect little pads for making flip animations, cartooning, making mini-storybooks, or for sketching, and they come in a set of three. Learn how hand-drawn animation works, or practice your skills. Sketch out your ideas and try new things...

Use this fun, pliable eraser to erase graphite, chalk, pastel and charcoal pencils.  This Lyra Kneadable Eraser is ideal to erase mistakes, soften or lighten harsh lines and to create color blending effects in your masterpieces.  And you can...

This Seed For Color eraser is perfect for erasing colored pencils and soft graphite pencils. To use, start with light pressure and gradually increase the pressure until the lead is erased.  Seed Co., Ltd., Japan, dates back to 1915 and created the...

The perfect gift for your favorite Japanophile! This single poker size deck of playing cards featuring images of Japanese prints.  Created in Austria by PIATNIK. The Piatnik factory was established in 1824 and is a recognized symbol of Vienna. ...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  For the perfectionist with a Blackwing pencil.  The rectangular shape provides sharp edges for precision erasing.  These erasers feature an improved dust-free design...

Please note: this item is not eligible for discounts and promotions.  This set of twelve high-quality graphite pencils comes in a beautiful matte black finish and features unique, fan-shaped erasers at the end of each unit. Blackwing pencils were...

Carry a masterpiece wherever you go with this environmentally-friendly shopping tote. Featuring an all-over print of The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai's, it's just the thing for carrying around everyday essentials, notebooks, and more. Features an...

For the perfectionist with a Blackwing pencil.  The rectangular shape provides sharp edges for precision erasing.  These erasers feature an improved dust-free design.  As you erase, the eraser dust gathers into clumps for easy cleanup...