2027 Wall Calendar Japanese Woodblock

Celebrating the artistry of Japanese woodblock printing, this practical calendar features twelve striking artworks from the British Museum collection. Each month pairs a bold full-colour image with a clear monthly layout, notable dates and previous and next month references to help you stay organised. Finished without plastic and produced with sustainability in mind, it brings the distinctive beauty of Japanese printmaking to your wall throughout the year.

The calendar includes works by celebrated Japanese artists including Utagawa Hiroshige, Katsushika Hokusai and Matsumoto Hoji. From Hiroshige’s striking horned owl and Hokusai’s legendary Great Wave to Hoji’s characterful frog, each image reveals a different aspect of Japanese woodblock printing, from expressive wildlife and landscapes to humour and everyday subjects.

Woodblock printing became an important art form in Japan, particularly during the Edo period (1603–1868), when it played a central role in the production of ukiyo-e prints and illustrated books. Japanese artists and printmakers developed highly refined techniques using multiple carved blocks and water-based pigments to create richly coloured and finely detailed images. Today, Japanese woodblock prints are celebrated for their distinctive compositions, expressive use of colour and remarkable technical craftsmanship.

A thoughtful gift for lovers of Japanese art, woodblock prints and traditional printmaking.

Material:
FSC-certified paper
Dimensions:
H30.5 x L30.5cm