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Drawings Featuring Kanzashi - Pinning Down Elegance

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0900

Kanzashi are traditional Japanese hairpins that date back to the Edo era. These little gems, which were once used as a token of love during marriage proposals, add a touch of chic to kimonos and other formal attire.

Today we feature a collection of drawings where kanzashi are the protagonists. Enjoy!

Drawings Featuring Hakamas - Dressed for the Occasion

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 17:00:00 +0900

The hakama is a traditional Japanese garment that can be worn over a kimono. These days, they're typically worn for graduations, coming-of-age ceremonies, and other events celebrating life achievements. Depending on the event — and of course, the wearer — hakama can come in vibrant colors with exquisitely detailed patterns or can be more reserved, giving an especially dignified look.

Though putting a hakama on by yourself can be tricky, Ayaka Kamisato (from Genshin Impact) seems to have the hang of it.

Have you fallen in love with any of the wonderful hakama styles below?

Drawings Featuring Junihitoe - A Look Fit For Royalty

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0900

Are you familiar with junihitoe? It’s a look you’ve probably seen before in manga and anime. These twelve-layer sets of formal robes, or uchigi, were worn by aristocratic women in the late Heian period. Their vivid colors and intricate designs were typically decided upon based on the seasons or other significant events.

Sei Shonagon and Murasaki Shikibu (from Fate/Grand Order) look as though they’ve come straight from a Japanese fairy tale, don’t you think?

Like junihitoe, the illustrations below have many layers to them, so be sure to take your time enjoying them!

Drawings With Uchiwa Fans - Kicking Up a Breeze

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Have you ever used an uchiwa (団扇)? These paddle-shaped hand fans are a very common item in Japan during the summer, which is notoriously hot and humid. They also typically bear an ornate and beautiful pattern, making them quite a fashion accessory as well. Their designs can include anything from jumping koi fish to popular anime characters like Doraemon and Pokémon. Some companies emboss their logos on them and hand them out as advertisements during the summer months.

Zelda (from The Legend of Zelda franchise) has an uchiwa that complements her pink yukata quite nicely, don’t you think?

Drawings Featuring Torii Gates - Stepping Into Sacred Territory

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Just about anyone interested in Japan and its culture will have seen torii at some point. Found at the entrances or within Shinto shrines, these symbolic gates serve as entryways to some of the nation’s most sacred areas. A majority of the ones you’ll encounter in real life are painted a vibrant red which is believed to ward off evil. Those in the realm of fantasy, however, can be found in a number of shapes, sizes, and colors.

Would you want to pass through any of the torii gates below?

Drawings of Knee-high Tabi - These Long Japanese-Style Socks are Adorable!

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0900

Lengthened tabi (足袋, traditional Japanese ankle-high socks with split toes) are being spotted more and more often. The lengthened form typically stops at the knee, but they can be even longer. Knee-high tabi pull double duty, accentuating the legs while maintaining a distinctly Japanese vibe.

Any character donning a pair instantly boosts their cuteness, don’t you think?

Japanese-Themed Fantasy Drawings - A Mystical World Beyond…

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0900

You may be familiar with the western high fantasy genre, which typically takes place in European-esque settings. But there’s also a rich fantasy genre that pulls a lot of its lore from Japanese folktales and history. It can include Japanese spirits, samurai, architectural elements, and so much more!

Do you feel transported as you look over the magical artwork featured below?

Drawings of Face Armor - Protecting the Mouth and Jaw

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Face guards are a type of armor that covers the lower half of the face. Unlike full helmets with visors, this style of head protection doesn’t typically obscure one's vision. The design can take on intimidating motifs, like those of demons and wolves.

Which face armor design impresses you the most among those pictured below?

Drawings of Fox Masks - A Staple of Japanese Festivals ♪

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0900

The fox mask, also known as kitsune mask (狐面), is one of those Japanese staples you probably have seen at least once in anime or manga. It's a popular prop used in both Noh theater and the theatrical Kagura dance in Shinto.

The origin of this mask goes back to ancient times, but it still appears nowadays and is sure to bring a mysterious allure to any character who wears one.

What would you expect from a character who first appears wearing a fox mask?

Drawings of Girls Wearing Hakama - Gallantly Charming

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900

In traditional Japanese attire, hakama are a kind of pleated pants worn over a kimono in formal situations. They were historically associated with menswear, but they came to be associated with womenswear as well, particularly in academic fields. In modern society, they’re most often spotted at graduation ceremonies!

VOCALOID idol Hatsune Miku’s outfit from the Tokyo 150 Years Festival is iconic of the Taisho period. What do you think of the other hakama outfits below?

Drawings of Wooden Sandals - Clack, Clack!

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900

Pokkuri geta (ぽっくり下駄), or okobo, are traditional Japanese wooden sandals typically worn by younger women on Coming of Age Day, along with a kimono or a furisode.

The high sole might make the silhouette look slender, but it does make a distinctive sound that has the power to rouse an entire sleeping neighborhood.

Have you ever seen — or heard — these sandals in real life?

Drawing of Floating Lanterns - Soft Flickering Light

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0900

There’s something magical about floating lanterns. Some are designed to float through the air, like miniature hot air balloons, and others are designed to float on water. Regardless, the effect is enchanting.

It may be hard to predict the emotions of someone like Violet (from Violet Evergarden), but how do you think the other characters are feeling as they gaze upon the lanterns?

Drawings of Fox Masks - Inviting You to an Enchanted World

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0900

The fox mask (kitsunemen or 狐面) is an accessory that perfectly matches traditional Japanese culture. It’s modeled after an artistic interpretation of fox masks. You might just grow uneasy, not knowing the true expression of someone behind the mask.

What’s your favorite style of mask?

A Collection of the Four Seasons of Japanese Umbrellas - The Perfect All-Season Accessory

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 17:00:00 +0900

Traditional Japanese umbrellas are made of paper and bamboo. They have a graceful and charming design suitable for every season.

Enjoy the passing of a year with a Japanese umbrella in hand.

Drawings of Chinese Lanterns - Swaying Softly.

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 17:00:00 +0900

Lanterns can often be seen at festivals or in food carts. They are something to be enjoyed in a calming atmosphere. Soft light leaks from the washi paper as the lanterns gently sway in the wind; what a beautiful sight.

Today we are featuring drawings of Chinese lanterns. Enjoy.

Drawings of Wind Chimes - The Sound of a Cool Breeze.

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0900

Just listening to the gentle sound of a wind chime can make you feel cooler. Whether it's the relaxing sound they make as they dangle from the eaves of your house, or the enchanting sight of them lined up together for sale in a festival stall, wind chimes are always wonderful.

Today we're featuring drawings of wind chimes. Enjoy.

Drawings of People Celebrating Coming of Age Day - Let’s dress in our best ♡

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0900

"Coming of Age Day" is celebrated in order to congratulate and encourage all those who have reached or will reach the age of majority.
To participate in the coming-of-age ceremony, boys and girls dress in dignified hakama and gorgeous kimono looks particularly bright!

Today we are featuring illustrations that make you want to celebrate Coming of Age Day. Enjoy!

Drawings of Girls with Folding Fans - A Gentle Breeze from an Elegant Fan.

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0900

The folding fan creates a gentle and cool breeze. Used in traditional performances, you can feel its elegance just by holding one.

This time we are featuring drawings of girls with folding fans. Enjoy.

Drawings of Wa-Lolita Girls - Japanese and Western collaboration♡

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0900

Blending Japanese style clothing with the style and frills of western-style clothing in the form of lolita fashion results in a new kind of style, wa-lolita (和ロリ). Cute and retro because of how it combines the Japanese and western styles, you might just be a fan of this style!

Today we are featuring illustrations of wa-lolita girls. Enjoy!

Drawings of Japanese Umbrellas - Fill the sky like lovely blossoms.

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:00:00 +0900

A Japanese umbrella is a product of Japanese traditional methods and materials. It's a product that has been passed down through many generations and at one point, the term "karakasa" (paper umbrella) was apparently used to refer to this umbrella. The shaft and ribs are made with bamboo as a material and, unlike Western umbrellas, Japanese umbrellas come with tens of ribs. The figure of an open Japanese umbrella is akin to that of a delicate blossom and the beauty of it complements the four seasons perfectly.

Today we're featuring illustrations of Japanese umbrellas. Enjoy!