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S8·E4 Ukiyo-e

Core Aired February 2, 2021 28 min
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Synopsis

Ukiyo-e is a Japanese artform that emerged in the 17th century. Using woodblock prints, people and landscapes are brought to life with bold compositions and vivid colors. The images influenced European artists such as van Gogh, and they remain part of the visual landscape in modern Japan. Our main guest, art historian Fujisawa Murasaki, introduces several examples of ukiyo-e, and talks about its legacy. And in Plus One, Matt Alt searches Tokyo for locations featured in famous ukiyo-e pictures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 4 of Japanology Plus air?

Season 8, Episode 4 ('Ukiyo-e') originally aired on February 2, 2021.

How long is Season 8 Episode 4 ('Ukiyo-e')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.

What happens in Japanology Plus Season 8 Episode 4?

Ukiyo-e is a Japanese artform that emerged in the 17th century. Using woodblock prints, people and landscapes are brought to life with bold compositions and vivid colors. The images influenced European artists such as van Gogh, and they remain part of the visual landscape in modern Japan. Our main g...

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