Synopses & Reviews
More than 40 captivating, ready-to-color illustrations depict the peaceful and prosperous Edo period, from 1603 to 1867. Based on woodblock prints and other authentic sources, these images include samurai warriors, a Shinto shrine, a tea ceremony, and a scene from a Noh play, plus pictures from urban and country settings and the work of printmakers, potters, and musicians. An introduction and detailed captions offer fascinating details about Japanese art, government, costume, and daily life.
Synopsis
More than 40 handsome, ready-to-color illustrations depict samurai warriors, the imperial villa at Kyoto, a Shinto shrine, a tea ceremony, a Noh play, a typical city street, a restaurant, music makers, more. Introduction and detailed captions describe Japanese culture and provide detailed information on art, government, costume, and daily life.
Synopsis
Over 40 ready-to-color illustrations depict Samurai warriors, imperial villa at Kyoto, Shinto shrine, tea ceremony, Noh play, city street, restaurant, much more. Informative introduction and captions.
Synopsis
Based on antique prints, more than 40 handsome illustrations depict samurai warriors, the imperial villa at Kyoto, a Shinto shrine, tea ceremony, Noh play, and more. Detailed captions offer fascinating facts.