Born in Japan’s Edo period, ukiyo-e “pictures of the floating world” captured the fleeting beauty of pleasure districts, kabuki actors, and landscapes bathed in mist and moonlight. This episode traces how woodblock printing became a national art form, shaping everything from Impressionism to modern pop culture with its bold lines and quiet grace.

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The History Of is your daily dose of weird, wonderful, and occasionally ridiculous history. Each episode takes one topic an object, a place, a job, a trend and unpacks the surprising story behind it. No homework, no boring lectures, just history you’ll actually want to share.

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