Katsuyama Neighborhood — Katsushika Hokusai (c. 1929–1932)
A quiet street, tiled roofs, and signage edged in crisp line: everyday Japan distilled into balance and clarity. This fine-art reproduction—after Katsushika Hokusai—pairs graceful contours with calm colour fields so the scene reads beautifully from across the room and rewards close study at the wall.
Why it captivates
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Elegant simplicity — clean architecture, flowing rooflines, and uncluttered space.
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Graphic impact — confident outlines and flat colour that feel timeless and modern.
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Sense of place — shopfronts, eaves, and street rhythm evoke a living neighbourhood.
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Relaxed palette — soft blues, greys, and earth tones that sit easily in any interior.
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Conversation piece — iconic Japanese print aesthetics without visual noise.
What you’ll see
A streetscape framed by tiled roofs and wooden façades, signage and awnings punctuating the rhythm of the lane. Figures and details are rendered with crisp contour; flats of colour create depth without fuss. The composition leads the eye through the street—calm, ordered, and quietly alive.
A richer historical frame
Rooted in the Japanese woodblock tradition, this townscape reflects a love of everyday motifs edited to essentials—strong line, selective colour, and poised asymmetry. The result is both documentary and decorative: a neighbourhood seen with a designer’s eye.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
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Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.
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Preserves crisp linework and subtle colour gradations with minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
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Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.
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Wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms, studios, and high-traffic spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
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Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
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Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and long life.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
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As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 537 mm (approx. 33.11 × 21.14 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.566 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — landscape
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Framing tips:
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Classic look: Use an A1 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~837 × 533 mm) to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.
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Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A1 frame; the taller A1 height creates elegant top/bottom reveals.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Katsuyama Neighborhood |
| Artist/Date | Katsushika Hokusai, c. 1929–1932 |
| Medium/Series | Japanese woodblock tradition; architectural streetscape |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 537 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Design lovers & collectors seeking calm, graphic Japanese aesthetics
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Interior stylists aiming for clean lines and restful colour
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Educators & galleries introducing woodblock composition and visual rhythm
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Gift-givers celebrating new homes and serene spaces
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.
Let an elegant Japanese streetscape anchor your room—order your fine-art print today.
