Life in old japan coloring book (Dover Pictorial Archives) - Softcover

More than 40 captivating, ready-to-color illustrations depict the peaceful and prosperous Edo period, from 1603 to 1867. Based on woodblock prints and other authentic sources, these images include samurai warriors, a Shinto shrine, a tea ceremony, and a scene from a Noh play, plus pictures from urban and country settings and the work of printmakers, potters, and musicians. An introduction and detailed captions offer fascinating details about Japanese art, government, costume, and daily life.