Japanese Greeting Cards

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

Text on the reverse side: The passing of life and time are shown through the changing of seasons. The two most celebrated are spring and autumn, vi...

Text on the reverse side: The willow tree is a symbol of grace and strength, and the swallow symbolises triumph and success - a very auspicious pai...

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 parrot is symbolic of the ability to focus on goals with confidence, whilst reminding us to stay alert to see new ide...

Text on the reverse side: The 'Green Houses', or the pleasure houses, with the notable courtesans, became an integral part of Japanese life in the ...

Text on the reverse side: The gladiolus flowers are sometimes referred to as sword flowers or sword lilies due to the sword-like shape of both the...

Text on the reverse side: Kyobashi is a neighbourhood east of Tokyo Station - one of the city’s oldest commercial districts. Its name comes from t...

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

Text on the reverse side: Both the Japanese and Chinese regard the evergreen pine as a symbol of longevity, good fortune and steadfastness. The ar...

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 ...

Text on the reverse side: The butterfly can signify awakening, and a transformation in preparation to fly into a fresh new way of being. Design by ...

Text on the reverse side: A female beauty portrait by one of the most highly revered woodblock print master Utamaro (c.1753 - 1806). In Japanese cu...

Text on the reverse side: Chikanobu (1838-1912) is recognised as one of the greatest prolific masters of beauty prints. His works capture the trans...

Text on the reverse side: Created for a festival float in Obuse, this swirling dragon embodies Hokusai’s late-life brilliance. Its powerful ascent...

Text on the reverse side: By Kamisaka Sekka, one of Japan’s leading modern artists, this depiction of a dragon merges traditional symbolism with b...

Text on the reverse side: Issue de la série Illustrations modernes des préceptes bouddhiques (Hasso-ki Imayo Utsushi-e), cette estampe représente ...

Text on the reverse side: From the series Modern Illustrations of Buddhist Precepts (Hasso-ki Imayo Utsushi-e), this print depicts the Buddha ridi...

Text on the reverse side: A contemporary Red Shoes ballet adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating 1814. The Japanese word for frog is “kae...

Text on the reverse side: This design shows heartfelt emotion in vibrant J-culture style - combining "arigatou", an expression of gratitude, with ...

Text on the reverse side: This vibrant illustration by Anna Borup, Noodle Girl, was created exclusively for Kanada-Ya, capturing the energy and jo...

Text on the reverse side: A playful depiction frogs engaged in a sumo match, blending whimsy with tradition. This charming artwork reflects Japan’...

Text on the reverse side: Traditional kimono is made out of a narrow width bolt of dyed silk, cotton, hemp or wool, cut into rectangular shapes an...

Text on the reverse side: In Japan, viewing cherry blossom at night, also called Yozakura, is a pastime that has been enjoyed by many Japanese sin...

Text on the reverse side: Back in 1715, the Tsugaru clan brought cherry trees from Kyoto and planted them in the grounds of Hirosaki Castle, Aomor...

Text on the reverse side: The waterfall was portrayed as a religious symbol in Japanese artworks from the early 13th Century. In the 15th century,...

Text on the reverse side: The blue and white flycatcher is one of Japan’s three designated songbirds and symbolises the arrival of summer. The beau...

Text on the reverse side: From the play Chushingura, a tale that relates to the historical incident that involved 47 ronin to avenge the death of t...

Text on the reverse side: From the series Thirty-two Fashionable Physiognomies, one of Kunichika's most recognised works, where he portrays beauti...

Text on the reverse side: From the series Thirty-two Fashionable Physiognomies which is one of Kunichika's most recognised works where he portrays...

Text on the reverse side: Tokubie (1612-1692) was an adventurer that travelled around Southeast Asia. After his death, he became the subject of a k...

Text on the reverse side: Artist Kunichika (1835-1900) depicts the actor playing the role of Hanaosho Shinkichi from the play Suikoden, with the d...

Text on the reverse side: One of the main characters of the epic tale of the 47 Ronin, Horibe Yasubei was revered for his skill and ability with th...

Text on the reverse side: The samurai Watanabe no Tsuna (953–1025) was one of the four chief retainers of Minamoto no Yorimitsu. He is one of the e...

Text on the reverse side: A pattern from a vintage Michiyuki coat, the nandina is depicted. The plant is also known as the “heavenly bamboo” or the...

Text on the reverse side: Print from the series “Women of the Seven Houses” by Kikukawa Eizan (1787–1867) depicting the courtesan Ichikawa from the...