Japan Journeys Famous Woodblock Prints of Cultural Sights in Japan [Hardcover]

Presenting classic Japanese woodblock prints,Japan Journeysoffers a unique perspective on the country's most famous travel destinations.

This stunning art book gathers together approximately two hundred Japanese woodblock prints depicting scenic spots and cultural icons that still delight visitors today. Many of the prints are by masters such as Utagawa Hiroshige, Kitagawa Utamaro, and Utagawa Kunisada, and currently hang in prestigious galleries and museums worldwide. Katsuhika Hokusai, the artform's most celebrated artist, is also well represented, with many prints from his Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road series and Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series, including his world-renowned Great Wave print.

In addition to prints showcasing Japan's natural beauty, this carefully curated selection depicts roads and railways; favorite pastimes, such as blossom viewing and attending festivals; beloved entertainment, such as kabuki theater; the fashions they wore, and the food they ate. Author Andreas Marks is a leading expert on Japanese woodblock prints, and his Illuminating captions provide background context to the scenes depicted. The text is sparse but provides some historical context while allowing the images to tell the story of Japan in its many moods and seasons. —Publishers Weekly Marks's (director & chief curator, Clark Ctr. for Japanese Art) clear, informative text, while valuable for scholars beginning research, also remains accessible to the average reader. With excellent production values and a modest price, this volume is recommended for all libraries, academic and public. —Library Journal A visually engaging trip through the Japanese landscape that will reward both print lovers and Japanophiles. —Library Journal The print quality of the book is excellent. Colors are vibrant, and the paper has a pleasant feel. I know. Talking about the feel of a book's palS=