Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side:The oldest known confection in the world is the Linzer Torte, a tart with jam and a lattice pasty top, which shows up not ...

Text on the reverse side:While scholars debate the origin of “fuji”, the sacred mountain’s name, one of the most commonly used means “everlasting l...

Text on the reverse side:A contemporary No.1 Dad adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which...

Text on the reverse side:An English embroidery dating from the era of King James I. Flowers and plants are depicted, including the carnation, foxgl...

Text on the reverse side:In China, the heron represents strength, purity, patience and long life. In other cultures, the heron carries positive sym...

Text on the reverse side:Made of paper, and often used in festivals in the Far East, the lantern is symbolic of light, warmth, and wishes for a bri...

Text on the reverse side:Don’t fear failure so much that you refuse to try new things. The saddest summary of life contains three descriptions: cou...

Text on the reverse side:A bridge, particularly a bridge over water, represents crossing over from the profane to the sacred. In Zen symbolism, red...

Text on the reverse side:Cats are a recurring motif in the works of Kawanabe Kyosai (1831-1889), sometimes depicted in a playful and funny manner. ...

Text on the reverse side:Adaptation of a woodcut by the Dutch graphic artist and painter Julie de Graag (1877-1924). The cat represents patience an...

Text on the reverse side:Elegant restaurants (pictured north of the bridge) traditionally co-sponsored the major firework displays at the site, tog...

Text on the reverse side:The artist Koson Ohara was a Japanese painter and printmaker in the late 19th and early 20th century. With some 500 works ...

Text on the reverse side:A contemporary birthday adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which...

Text on the reverse side:Referred as the king of flowers in China, peonies symbolise wealth, prosperity and honour, whilst also serving as a powerf...

Text on the reverse side:Koinobori, meaning ‘carp streamer’, are carp-shaped windsocks traditionally flown in Japan to celebrate the Children’s Day...

Text on the reverse side:The first time that dragons appeared in Japanese text dates back to 680 AD. Dragons in Asia are regarded as generous, bene...

Text on the reverse side:The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, as...

Text on the reverse side:GPS has revolutionised navigation. Some thought it would threaten to make the magnetic compass obsolete - not so! GPS indi...

Text on the reverse side:Reading is the top favourite pastime of many people. It can also be fantastic to help with any stress or turmoil. For enjo...

Text on the reverse side:This image is taken from a vintage poster for the French manufacturer Panhard, established in 1887. Their first vehicles s...

Text on the reverse side:Painted by Carl Spitzweg. The love for books is expressed showing a man intently reading a book up close to his face, hold...

Text on the reverse side:Chinese silk embroidery with gold threads, portrays a five clawed dragon - the quintessential symbol of imperial power. De...

Text on the reverse side:Puppies are commonly associated to happiness, friendship, contentment and loyalty. Woodblock print by Kōno Bairei (1844-18...

Text on the reverse side:The carrion crow is native to Japan. According to the Japanese folk belief it was thought to be a messenger of the gods. T...

Text on the reverse side:The anemone symbolises protection against illness or bad luck. The flower’s reaction of closing up at night and opening fo...

Text on the reverse side:A waterfall in Mino province by Hokusai. The drops of water which make up a waterfall are renewed each second, yet persist...

Text on the reverse side:A contemporary Brunel adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, which can...

Text on the reverse side:In classical mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow - the link between heaven and earth. She was also regarded as ...

Text on the reverse side:The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour and wisdom, believed in Japan to be a symbol that purifies evil energies w...

Text on the reverse side:The carrion crow is native to Japan. According to the Japanese folk belief it was thought to be a messenger of the gods. T...

Text on the reverse side:Seagulls are often a symbol of freedom. By Watanabe Seitei (1851-1918), first traditional Japanese painter to travel to Eu...

Text on the reverse side:Adaptation of a woodcut by the Dutch graphic artist and painter Julie de Graag (1877-1924). The cat represents rebirth and...

Text on the reverse side:Image taken from a vintage poster designed by Alphonse Mucha. His Art Nouveau style was often imitated although it was a m...

Text on the reverse side:The eagle symbolises leadership with its sharp wit and focused eyesight. Flying high with powerful vision and intelligence...

Text on the reverse side:A contemporary gaming adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, wh...

Text on the reverse side: A contemporary sumo wrestler adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”, ...