{"product_id":"cat-in-serenity-japanese-ukiyo-e-art-print-on-awa-washi","title":"Cat in Serenity | Japanese Ukiyo-e Art Print on Awa Washi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ukiyo-e artwork depicts a cat standing quietly, bringing a serene elegance to the space. During the Edo period, cats underwent a significant transformation from practical animals for rodent control to beloved pets among the common people, sparking an unprecedented “first cat boom.” Around this time, cats became indispensable in everyday life, appearing in ukiyo-e prints and being treated almost like deities. \u003cbr\u003eCapturing the delicate linework and subtle expressions characteristic of Edo-period art, this piece celebrates the beauty found within simplicity and stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted on Awa Washi, a handmade Japanese paper officially designated as a traditional craft, each print carries a natural texture that enhances the softness of the artwork. Designed and produced in our Kyoto studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who seek tranquility, elegance, and inspiration from Japan’s timeless creative spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆Details\u003cbr\u003eA3 size.\u003cbr\u003ePrinted on authentic Awa Washi (traditional Japanese paper)\u003cbr\u003eInspired by the Ukiyo-e style of Japanese fine art\u003cbr\u003eMuseum-quality print (frame not included)\u003cbr\u003eDesigned and printed in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆What is Awa Washi?\u003cbr\u003eAwa Washi is Japanese paper produced in Yoshino City, Tokushima Prefecture; Naka Town, Naka District; and Ikeda Town, Miyoshi City. It is made using traditional Japanese paper-making techniques such as “flow-making” and “pool-making.”Awa Washi is characterized by the unique texture and natural feel of hand-made paper, along with its durable quality—thin yet strong and resistant to tearing, even when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆History of Awa Washi\u003cbr\u003eThe exact origins of Awa Washi are unclear, but it is thought to have begun around 806–810 AD. Records indicate that the Awa Inbe clan cultivated hemp and kozo (paper mulberry) and produced paper, suggesting that washi production had already begun by the Nara period.In modern times, Awa washi gradually declined alongside Westernization. However, one paper-making company persevered in preserving the tradition, and in 1976, Awa washi was designated a Traditional Craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◆Design\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork was designed in my Kyoto studio. Some of the images were designed using digital design tools, while others were designed using artificial intelligence (AI) with my own instructions and references to traditional artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Japan from KYOTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46456898322617,"sku":null,"price":18000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/7032\/8249\/files\/b63419d5276e103d6b9dbe147a32bb3f.jpg?v=1772070270","url":"https:\/\/japanartworks.net\/products\/cat-in-serenity-japanese-ukiyo-e-art-print-on-awa-washi","provider":"Deep Japan from Kyoto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}