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Drawings of the Shinsengumi - The Special Task Force of the Violent Bakumatsu Period…!

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0900

Ready for a little history lesson? In the mid-1800s, there was quite a bit of internal instability after Japan opened up to the west. The Shogunate forces needed to clamp down on rebellion, and the Shinsengumi was formed as a special police force.

These men were chosen for their skill from sword schools around Edo (now known as Tokyo), and as such, they’ve been featured in a large number of fictional works, including novels, manga, TV dramas, and films.

Of the characters below, you might recognize the Shinsengumi characters from Gin Tama, Golden Kamuy, and Fate/Grand Order.

Museum Drawings - Welcome to the treasure house of knowledge.

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0900

Do you like museums? There may be many people that went to the museums a lot when they were children, but not recently. As soon as you stepped into the museum, it is like coming to another world. Huge dinosaur bone specimens, sculptures, famous paintings, and relics of historical figures you didn't know about. The instant you enter a museum, you will be filled with dreams and wonders.

Today we are featuring fascinating illustrations with the theme museum. Enjoy!

I've seen this before... Tributes to "Liberty Leading the People"

Sat, 28 Oct 2017 17:00:00 +0900

"Liberty Leading the People" is a symbolic painting by Delacroix representing the Goddess of Liberty holding the flag of the French Revolution. This is deemed as one of the main works of the Romanic school, and the portrait of the revolution, the dynamism of the people and the great atmosphere of the painting stole the hearts of many people.

Today we feature some beautiful tributes to the Romantic masterpiece "Liberty Leading the People". Enjoy!

Warriors of the Bakumatsu Period! The Shinsengumi!

Sat, 23 Sep 2017 18:00:00 +0900

Donning haori bathed in a sky-blue tint, the Shinsengumi that carry the flag of “sincerity” are depicted in various novels and manga and are a favorite topic of illustration among the Japanese people today. Even if their era has passed, we still hold admiration and respect to these bloodied heroes that held onto their beliefs.

Today, we will show illustrations featuring the Shinsengumi, so enjoy!

Toyotomi Hideyoshi Collection!

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:00:00 +0900

This year is the year of the Monkey!! During the Warring States period of Japanese history, there was a man called Toyotomi Hideyoshi who was called "monkey" by the powerful daimyo, Oda Nobunaga. It's a very notable nickname and Nobunaga was very pleased with it--his reasoning was because Hideyoshi had knowledge and clever wit. Hideyoshi moved from being a common foot solider to chief advisor to the emperor! With that way of life, the story is even common among the current Heisei period (this year is Heisei 28 = 2016)... He often shows up in anime and manga--each version of Hideyoshi has their own personality! Today's Spotlight is all about the characters inspired by the awesome Toyotomi Hideyoshi... check them out!

Girl with the Pearl Earring Collection!

Tue, 29 Dec 2015 18:00:00 +0900

A famous painter from the Netherlands, Johannes Vermeer, is known as a painter who can expertly portray light. His famous work, Girl with the Pearl Earring, is known all around the world for showing a girl in a dark setting... but her pearl earring and blue turban are conspicuous. The highlights on her eyes, her lips... so wonderful! And she's smiling a bit too, a bit like the Mona Lisa. Check out these illustrations all based on Girl with the Pearl Earring!

Shinsengumi!

Sun, 13 Dec 2015 18:00:00 +0900

Near the end of the Edo era, these samurai-like warriors appeared... the Shinsengumi. They're really popular among girls and currently are the topic of many anime, novels, etc. This time we collected Shinsengumi characters from various games and drama CDs in the Spotlight. Check out these cool guys!

Sharaku paraodies!

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 18:00:00 +0900

During the Edo era, there was a ukiyo-e print artist especially known for his portraits of kabuki actors and sumo wrestlers. Little was known about Toshusai Sharaku but he made over 140 printsa and his career lasted about 10 months. Maybe if you look up his prints, you may have seen it before! From angry looking faces to light colors, just check out these parodies!

Napoleon crossing the alps! Except not.

Wed, 08 Jul 2015 18:00:00 +0900

Napoleon Bonaparte is a famous French military ruler whose portrait is immortalized in a painting called Napoleon Crossing the Alps painted by Jacques-Louis David. Napoleon is riding on a horse whose rearing up on its back legs... it's a very famous pose and there are tons of parodies of this painting on pixiv! Check out these other characters crossing the alps!

Crazy homages to famous paintings!

Fri, 12 Sep 2014 18:00:00 +0900

Let's make this autumn artistic! Today's Spotlight is featured on illustrations that make great homages to famous paintings! Check out these illustrations that show their respects to the originals.
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