Ukiyo-e

Definition

Ukiyo-e is a genre of Japanese art that emerged during the Edo period, depicting scenes from everyday life, such as landscapes, portraits, and theater performances.

Related terms

Woodblock Printing: A technique used in ukiyo-e where an image is carved into a wooden block and then inked to create multiple prints.

Kabuki Theater: A form of traditional Japanese theater often depicted in ukiyo-e prints, known for its elaborate costumes and dramatic performances.

Hiroshige: A famous ukiyo-e artist known for his landscape prints, particularly his series "The Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō."