Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums
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The chrysanthemum, or “kiku” in Japanese, was first introduced to Japan from China in the 5th century. During that period, Japan was greatly influenced by Chinese culture. In addition to Chinese dress, calligraphy and art, the Japanese imperial family fell in love with the Chinese flower too.
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• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
Dragon
Dragon
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Ryū (竜) is Japanese for dragon. These creatures are present in many folklore tales all over the world. The colourful Japanese dragon, part of their cultural mythology for hundreds of years, represents balance, freedom, and good luck. It also is known to have supernatural powers and wisdom.
Quality posters made on thick and durable matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment.
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
Hannya mask
Hannya mask
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The Hannya (般若) mask is was used in old theatre, representing a jealous female demon. When the mask is held straight ahead, it looks angry. When the mask is held a little down it looks sad.
It all depends on how you look at it.
Museum-quality posters made on thick and durable matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment.
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
Hebi and peonies
Hebi and peonies
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In Japanese, Hebi (蛇) means snake. In most cases, the cunning snake in the western world would typically carry along with it negative associations – such as the snake in the book of Genesis, who’d tricked Adam and Eve or Medusa, the entrancing beauty with a head full of venomous vipers for hair.
Peony or Botan (牡丹) in Japanese, is also known as the ‘King of Flowers’. The peony is a Japanese flower that is used as a symbol of good fortune, bravery, and honour. It is often used in tattoos to signify a devil-may-care attitude.
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• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
Maple
Maple
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Associated with peace and serenity of the world’s elements, Japanese maple trees represent balance and practicality and are called “kito” in the Japanese language, which means “calm,” “rest” or “at peace.”
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• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
Samurai
Samurai
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The Samurai (or bushi) were the warriors of premodern Japan. They later made up the ruling military class that eventually became the highest ranking social caste of the Edo Period.
Museum-quality posters made on thick and durable matte paper. Add a wonderful accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment.
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality
• Opacity: 94%
• 21×30cm posters are size A4
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