{"product_id":"toka-no-ame-十日の雨-rain-of-the-tenth-day-by-t-utagawa-kuniyoshi-歌川国芳","title":"\"Toka no Ame\" (十日の雨 - Rain of the Tenth Day) by t Utagawa Kuniyoshi (歌川国芳).","description":"\u003cp\u003e1. Overview\u003cbr\u003eThis is a museum-grade, beautifully preserved traditional Japanese woodblock print (Ukiyo-e) titled \"Toka no Ame\" (十日の雨 - Rain of the Tenth Day) by the legendary genius of the Utagawa School, Utagawa Kuniyoshi (歌川国芳).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally published during the late Edo period by the renowned house Hisamaru (久丸 \/ Kudaya Marubei), this high-end revival edition was produced in the late 20th century by the world-famous Adachi Institute of Woodcut Prints (アダチ版画研究所). Executed on premium handmade Washi paper, this vintage piece is in near-mint condition, combining historic publishing prestige with contemporary woodcut craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi (歌川国芳, 1797–1861)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Toka no Ame (十日の雨 - Rain of the Tenth Day)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Edo Publisher: Hisamaru \/ Kudaya Marubei (久丸 \/ 久田屋丸兵衛)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern Publisher\/Production: Adachi Institute of Woodcut Prints (アダチ版画研究所)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnique: Genuine hand-carved, hand-printed woodblock print on Echizen Washi paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Late Showa period (c. 1970s–1980s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Near-Mint condition. Vibrant pigmentation and crisp, delicate line work. No fading, creases, or prominent stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: approx. 33.5 cm × 24.0 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Artistry and Historical Significance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Poetic Lore of \"Toka no Ame\": The title \"Toka no Ame\" (Rain of the Tenth Day) derives from the classical East Asian idiom Gofu Juu (\"Wind every five days, rain every ten days\"), a celebrated metaphor for perfect weather, rich harvests, and peaceful times. Kuniyoshi transforms this literary auspicious theme into a chic (Iki) genre portrait of an Edo beauty navigating a atmospheric rainy day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuniyoshi’s Dynamic Female Portraiture: While globally famous for his dynamic warrior prints, Kuniyoshi's Bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) are highly prized for their earthly realism, playful spirit, and trendy fashion sensibility. He captures the subtle gestures of a stylish Edo woman holding an umbrella against the rain, showcasing her resilience, charm, and natural elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdachi’s Masterful Hand-Printing: Recreating the fine linear details of the falling rain and the soft textures of her kimono requires elite craftsmanship. The master artisans at the Adachi Institute have utilized traditional water-based pigments on authentic Washi paper to perfectly recreate the depth and subtle tones intended by Kuniyoshi in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Appeal for International Collectors\u003cbr\u003eUtagawa Kuniyoshi is one of the most widely collected Ukiyo-e masters globally, celebrated for his unconventional creative genius. The combination of the historic publisher provenance of Hisamaru, the poetic theme of peaceful rain, and the gold-standard production quality of the Adachi Institute makes this print a premier, investment-grade acquisition. Its striking graphic quality and harmonic colors make it a sophisticated focal piece for any modern interior or serious Asian art collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AUN selects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49012942864554,"sku":null,"price":12300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/1237\/1370\/files\/LINE_ALBUM_202683_catawiki__260805_64.jpg?v=1785978676","url":"https:\/\/aun-selection.myshopify.com\/ja\/products\/toka-no-ame-%e5%8d%81%e6%97%a5%e3%81%ae%e9%9b%a8-rain-of-the-tenth-day-by-t-utagawa-kuniyoshi-%e6%ad%8c%e5%b7%9d%e5%9b%bd%e8%8a%b3","provider":"Aun Selects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}