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Title: Westerners lover, from Utamakura (歌まくら, "poems of the pillow"), a 12-print illustrated book of sexually explicit shunga pictures, published in 1788.

Condition: Slight peeling marks in the back margins, overall in good condition.

Description: An authentic Japanese woodblock reproduction of a classic ukiyo-e shunga design by Kitagawa Utamaro, produced during the Showa era and traditionally hand-printed on handmade Japanese washi paper using the traditional Japanese woodblock printing technique.

Although this edition was produced as a Showa-era reproduction, it faithfully preserves the artistic beauty and distinctive character of Hokusai’s original Edo-period shunga works. The composition, colors, and delicate details beautifully convey the spirit and aesthetic appeal of the original ukiyo-e design.

This is a genuine hand-printed woodblock reproduction, not a modern machine-printed reproduction. The rich colors, subtle gradations, and natural texture of the print reflect the skill and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese woodblock printing.

The visible pigment bleed-through on the reverse is a natural characteristic of traditionally hand-printed Japanese woodblock prints. It occurs when pigments penetrate the fibers of the washi paper during the printing process and is considered a normal feature of traditional printing rather than a defect.

We sell only authentic traditional Japanese hand-printed woodblock prints, including later re-carved or later edition works.
We do not handle modern machine-made prints, offset prints, or modern printed copies of any kind.
All prints in our store are genuine te-zuri (hand-printed) woodblock prints, carefully hand-printed by skilled Japanese artisans using traditional Ukiyo-e techniques on authentic Japanese washi paper.
The visible pigment bleed-through on the reverse side is a natural characteristic of hand printing and a clear sign that this is not a reproduction or machine-made print.
With decades of experience handling Japanese woodblock prints, we confidently guarantee the authenticity and quality of every hand-printed work we sell.

Combined shipping is available. Free shipping applies from the second item onward.
For shipping, the print will not be rolled. Rolling may cause permanent curling or damage, so we ship prints flat, carefully sandwiched between rigid cardboard to protect them.
For the safety of the prints during shipping, we can only combine basic prints. We cannot ship prints together with books or other items.
Ships from Japan via EMS with tracking and insurance. Delivery usually takes 2-3 weeks.
We usually ship within 2 business days after payment is cleared.

Please note that this is an estimated delivery timeframe. Actual delivery may take longer due to shipping conditions, customs clearance procedures, or local handling at the destination.

Please refer to the photos for the item’s condition. We strive to photograph and describe the condition as accurately as possible. However, perceptions of condition may vary depending on individual standards.

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