[Wakamusya] - 4582456470812
"Wakamusha" means a brave young warrior in Japanese. A picture of Wakamusha is decorated
in the hope of sturdy growth and a bright future for the boys.
Behind the Wakamusha is the "Akafuji", which means the scene when the Mr. Fuji turns in red in morning glow.
It is a good luck charm in Japan, because it is a rare scene which we can only see in the early morning in late summer.
Its beauty is considered to be an ancient symbol for longevity and fortune.
[Tachibina] - 4582456470850
It is believed that ancient Chinese aristocracy set dolls afloat on a river to the sea, supposedly keeping troubles or bad spirits away from girls in this festival.
Now, Jyoshi no Sekku is a festival called "Hina Matsuri" in Japan.
Families display‘Hina dolls’and pray for young girls' growth and happiness.
[Takasago] - 4582456470843
In legend, an elderly couple, who are believed to be incarnation of two gods, appeared under paired pine trees in a shrimp called "Takasago".
They taught people how to remain together for eternity with their partners.
After that, Takasago represents harmony between couples for having a happy life and unbreakable love,
[Shochikubai Turukame] - 4582456470836
A pair of harmonious cranes snuggle against each other with their backs against the rising sun, which has been a sacred symbol of nature, life and hope since ancient times in Japan.
This painting is decorated in all kinds of auspicious occasions, blessing the couples for health, longevity and great success of the whole family.
[San sui painting in black ink and colored] - 4582456470829, 4582456470874
San sui is a kind of traditional Chinese painting of scenery or natural landscapes, including a deep mountain, a flowing river, trees, etc.
San sui is also the motif conveying with teaching of Taoism and the Zen, expressing equilibrium and the Utopia of the drawer.
The San sui painting represents Japanese heart and sense of beauty, providing the chance for us to relax and to forget everything annoying us in the real life.
[Shikika] - 4582456470867
Shikika means 'flowers of the different four seasons' in Japanese.
The flavors of the flowers float, make people feel happy, spirited and cheerful.
It is perfect to decorate in order to welcome your house guest and extend hospitality.
[Koboku Meikaku-zu] - 4582456470881
The Most famous artwork by Miyamoto Musashi, who is known as an expert Japanese swordsman renowned through stories of his excellent and unique double-bladed swordsmanship and undefeated record in his 60 duels.
The shrike aiming at its prey on a tree with its fierce concentration makes this painting full of tension.
Koboku: old tree／Meikaku: Squealing shrike／zu: painting
[Golden Dragon]
Dragon with gemstone ball on its hand is believed to be the servant of goddess of Mercy(Kwannon).
This golden dragon brings fortune and safety to the owner.
[Renjishi]
'Renjishi' is one of the most famous Japan's traditional stage arts - "Kabuki".
Folklore has it that lion cubs are kicked off a ravine by their parent and must climb back up with intense effort. The brave attitude of the cub in the face of his father’s strict training is an emotional scene.
A drama depicting the love between parent and child.
[Mt.Fuji Morning Glow]
The scenery when the Mr. Fuji turns in red in morning glow is called "Akafuji" or "red Fuji".
It
is a good luck charm in Japan, because it is a rare scene which we can
only see in the early morning in late summer. Its beauty is considered
to be an ancient symbol for longevity and fortune.
[Kanjinchou]
‘Kanjinco is one of the most famous Japan's traditional stage arts - "Kabuki".
The fugitive general Minamoto Yoshitsune and his servant Benkei,
fleeing for their lives, encounter the tough inspector Togashi at the
Ataka Barrier, the last obstacle to their freedom. Yoshitsune’s struggle
to disguise himself, Benkei's bold attempt to save his master, and Togashi's ultimate
compassion at the strong bond between them drive this intense conflict
between rank and heart.
[Tiger]
In Japan, tiger is a symbol of strong vitality, protecting the families from bad luck and illness.
The frontage of a tiger is considered to be a figure glaring at enemies and watching over the owners.
Tiger
is also known as a symbol of family ties. Decorating a hanging scroll
of tiger thus brings the family love, health and fortune.
[Rising Sun with Wave]
Rising Sun has been a sacred symbol of nature, life and hope since ancient times in Japan.
Although it is taken as a matter of course, it is important for us to recognize how valuable the sun is.
In hopes of a year full of hope and peace, we decorate scrolls of rising sun.
[Ninja series]
A ninja or shinobi was a covert agent or mercenary in feudal Japan. The
functions of the ninja included espionage, sabotage, infiltration,
assassination and guerrilla warfare.
The word shinobi appears in the
written record as far back as the late 8th century. The underlying
connotation of shinobi means [to steal away or to hide] and - by
extension - [to forbear], hence its association with stealth and
invisibility.
It is one of the most famous Japanese culture all over the world.
[Ship from Japan]