Spending time with a world-famous printmaking craftsman while creating your own handmade souvenir is one of the best experiences you can have in Tokyo.
David Bull
Ukiyoe Heroes woodblock printmaker shares secrets of the trade with fun print parties in Tokyo
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Oona McGee
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Scott Wilson
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- Japan
- (art • culture • David Bull • Final Fantasy • Jed Henry • Overwatch • the legend of Zelda • ukiyo-e • ukiyoe • video games • woodblock prints)
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Scott Wilson
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Mario, Pokémon, Link, Star Fox and more are brought to life through the same process used 200 years ago.
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