Japanese Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side: The actor, playing the role of Inuzuka Shino is portrayed in a fight with Kenpachi on the rooftop of the Horyukaku pavil...

Text on the reverse side: From the series, Thirty-six Restaurants of Tokyo, the artist Kunichika (1835-1900) depicts popular geisha with a square ...

Text on the reverse side: This courtesan is shown surrounded by ghostly apparitions, reminding her of the impermanence of life. Upon experiencing B...

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

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: In modern times called parakeet, this bird symbolises inner strength, quiet observation and a sweet disposition. From a w...

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: The morning glory flower was first discovered in China for its medicinal uses and was later introduced to the Japanese wh...

Text on the reverse side: The virtues attributed to the rooster include courage and honour. The rooster cries were also believed to be effective in...

Text on the reverse side: The egret is appreciated as an auspicious symbol in many cultures. In China, the egret symbolises strength, purity, patie...

Text on the reverse side: One kind word,*can warm three winter months.**Japanese proverb. A6 size (148mm x 105mm) Luxury pearlescent eco-certifie...

Text on the reverse side: Oiwa, one of the most famous Japanese ghosts from the ghostly tale of Yotsuya Kaidan, is depicted in countless works of a...

Text on the reverse side: Before opening, the buds resemble a balloon and after opening, the petals form a distinct bell shape. The bellflower is t...

Text on the reverse side: The plum blossom expresses enduring happiness. Used as a congratulatory symbol of good luck, it represents strength, resi...

Text on the reverse side: Kyobashi is a neighbourhood east of Tokyo Station - one of the city’s oldest commercial districts. It's name comes from ...

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: The egret is appreciated as an auspicious symbol in many cultures. In China, the egret symbolises strength, purity, patie...

Text on the reverse side: A contemporary knight in armour adaptation of a Japanese woodblock print dating from 1814. The Japanese word for frog is...

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: In Japanese culture, water is often associated with purity, renewal and life. The cascading water represents the ever-ch...

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

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...