Japanese Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side: The beauty in the print is the appearance of a virgin from the Kansei era (1789-1801), showing her affection to her pet c...

Text on the reverse side: The different coloured strings stand for the five elements (earth, wind, fire, void, and water) and forces according to B...

Text on the reverse side: Two of the most regal and auspicious plants in Japanese thought. The paulownia is dubbed “Tree of Life” in Japan and the ...

Text on the reverse side: If a customer wished to see one of the high class “oiran” courtesans, they would first have to go via the “chaya” (tea ho...

Text on the reverse side: Stone lanterns are traditionally votive lights, with the light in the lamp representing the sacred teachings to help over...

Text on the reverse side: Ducks symbolise protection, adaptability, emotional strength and the gift of intuition. They represent the importance of ...

Text on the reverse side: Traditionally the bamboo has been considered as a symbol of good luck. The hollow centre signifies spirituality and purit...

Text on the reverse side: The pine tree is portrayed as the focal point of the snowy landscape. Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen...

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. ...

Text on the reverse side: The name hydrangea comes from the Greek word “hydor” meaning water, and “angos” meaning jar or vessel. The flower symboli...

Text on the reverse side: Symbolism of the lily flower is attributed to the sanctity of the heart, elegance and clarity. It can therefore convey se...

Text on the reverse side: Water is believed to incarnate the purity and the pliant simplicity of life. Design by the Japanese artist Kodo in 1935. ...

Text on the reverse side: Many cultures honour the butterfly as a symbol of transformation, and to keep our faith with any transition, development ...

Text on the reverse side: By the Japanese woodblock print master Utamaro (c.1753 - 1806), this is a portrait of three ladies renowned for their bea...

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

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

Text on the reverse side: In many cultures, kingfishers symbolise good fortune, wisdom and happiness. The legend says that this bird brings good lu...

Text on the reverse side: Nandina, is also called the heavenly bamboo taking its name from its bamboo-like branches. They can often be seen in Japa...

Text on the reverse side: A contemporary purple adaptation of a woodblock print from 1814 by Matsumoto Hoji. The Japanese word for frog is “kaeru”...

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

Text on the reverse side: Ichikawa Sadanji playing the role of Sato Tadanobu who was a samurai, and also a follower of warlord Minamoto no Yoshitsu...

Text on the reverse side: Image from the Kyosai Sketchbook published in 1881. The skeleton features as a regular subject in Kyosai's works. Althoug...

Text on the reverse side: Ducks symbolise protection, adaptability, emotional strength and the gift of intuition. They represent the importance of ...

Text on the reverse side: Image of a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Kawanabe Kyosai. He published the magazine Eshinbun Nipponchi in 1874, ...

Text on the reverse side: This design is filled with auspicious symbols with the iris symbolising purification and protection, the peony represent...

Text on the reverse side: Moon viewing is one of the most celebrated events during autumn in Japan. The moon is said to embody all the positive asp...

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 a...

Text on the reverse side: Traditionally the evergreen pine is regarded as a symbol of good fortune, longevity and steadfastness. The regal black w...

Text on the reverse side: These auspicious plants are known as the Three Friends of Winter. Due to them not withering, when shown together they sym...

Text on the reverse side: The way cats wash their faces licking their paws and wiping their face - it is as if they are inviting good luck beckonin...

Text on the reverse side: The camellia, popular among samurai, was a symbol of a noble death. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pionee...

Text on the reverse side: Peonies are a symbol of bravery, honour and good fortune. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering work ...

Text on the reverse side: Woodpeckers are appreciated as a symbol of resourcefulness, flair and wisdom. Notorious builders, they awaken one's creat...

Text on the reverse side: Birds are associated with development, and with their ability to soar across the skies, they symbolise the ability to emb...

Text on the reverse side: The peony ranks as one of the most popular flowers in the world. Referred as the king of flowers in China, it is a flower...