Essence of Japan: A Coloring Journey

The "Essence of Japan" contains 30 beautiful illustrations that give you a taste of Japan's beauty and elegance. Travel through different prefectures such as Tokyo, Matsumoto, and Takayama's countryside.

This book covers a wide range of images of Japan. Experience culture, traditions, and beauty through nature, ancient cities, wonderful people, and great destinations. Discover the stunning scenery of Japan, elaborate ceilings, decorated folding fans, Asian architecture, beautiful of Mt Fuji, delicious sushi, and much more. Visit the land of the rising sun by exploring lush landscapes, meeting Samurai warriors, and marveling at incredible "Unesco World Heritage sites." All art is rendered as enchanting, stylized images that capture this rich cultural background and tradition loved around the world. Experience real destinations, seen through the artist's eye.

Coloring Tips:

Use your favorite art supplies and get ready for a coloring journey. Add your own touch of color and artistic expression. This unique book provides endless hours of peaceful personal serenity, so there is no need to rush or finish the book in a set time.

1) Illustrations of fabric, foliage, and patterns can be colored with either one color or a variety of colors. Remember, many Japanese patterns are embossed or etched into the fabric with one color, while other fabrics have many colored details. Don't let the details scare you. It is not necessary to color every section that is drawn.

2) Many designs are intricate with fine details. This detail brings variety, which is traditional in Japanese culture items. It is not necessary to color all the fine details. Color what you want. In the bottom corner, a Japanese "Hanko" signature is stamped and is usually one color, such as red or gold. You don't have to be concerned about the fine detail of this stamp.

Book features:

A Japanese themed coloring book that captures the charm of the Asian culture

Size: 8 1/2" x 11"

Single Sided

30 full-page black-and-white designs depicting traditional Japanese imagery

Digitally drawn vector illustrations, created from personal photos used as reference

Perfect bound, Glue Binding

Belongs to page

Color Test page (for testing coloring mediums)

Travel page descriptions that match with the art (located at the back of the book)

Black border outline framing each design, giving each page a finished look

Stock images are never used

Makes the perfect gift

More volumes to come

Good Luck and Happy Coloring

Author: Joyce Yoshihara Will
Publisher: Artisticwill Designs
Published: 01/28/2018
Pages: 76
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.16d
ISBN: 9780999480304

Review Citation(s):
Foreword 09/21/2020

About the Author
Will, Joyce Yoshihara: - Hello. I'm Joyce Will, artist, and owner of ArtisticWill Designs. Creator of Japan coloring books, I traveled to Japan to experience the country of my heritage. I was so inspired by its beauty, culture, and people, I had to illustrate the Essence into a coloring book. For more info: artisticwilldesigns.com Artist living in Southern California. Art has always been part of my life. With a BFA in Illustration, After raising my family, my heart was pulled back toward illustrations. I decided to branch out and share my talents. Mission is to build awareness of Japan's beauty