Usher in spring with a beautiful woodblock print by Hirokazu Fukuda (1944-2004), and save up to 35% until April 6th.
Hirokazu Fukuda was born and raised in the Tochigi prefecture, an area situated a little over an hour north of Tokyo. A picturesque setting, Tochigi is surrounded by mountains and hills to the east, west and north while the Kanto Plains lie to the south. It is also famous for its ancient Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples.
In celebration of the blooming sakura, two of Mr. Fukuda’s prints are on offer on Unique Japan.
Delightfully decorated with an abundance of blooming sakuras, Hanakyaku (”Admiring the Sakura Blossom” pictured above) brightens moods with all the promise of a new season. Regularly priced for $200, on sale until April 6th for $150.
Our other print is Atatakaikaze (”Warm Wind” pictured above). Set your mood to spring where delicate sakura petals fluttering on a gentle breeze awaken the senses and cheer the soul. Only 250 prints of Atatakaikaze were made, of which we have approximately ten left in stock. Regularly priced for $250, on sale until April 6th for just $163.
Hand-carved and hand-painted, each print has been individually stamped and signed by Mr. Fukuda. Japanese woodblock printing carries a long, rich history that reached its heights in the Edo period (1603 to 1867).
The passing of time never really concerned Mr. Fukuda, a character trait much admired by his peers. His art collection is wonderfully expressive, very true, and seems to bask in the admiration of daily life. According to family and friends, he had always hoped that his work could “touch the heart” of those around him. Mr. Fukuda died peacefully in Tokyo in 2004.
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