Ukiyo (浮世, 'floating/fleeting/transient world') is the Japanese term used to describe the urban lifestyle and culture of Edo period Japan (1600–1867), especially its pleasure-seeking aspects.

The term ukiyo (浮世), which can be translated as 'floating world', was homophonous with the ancient Buddhist term ukiyo (憂き世), meaning 'this world of sorrow and grief'.

Ukiyo is a Japanese term for the urban lifestyle and culture in Japan, and Ukiyo Izakaya & Ramen Bar is ready to transport your palette from Savannah to the thrill-seeking and adventurous side …

Sep 8, 2025 · Ukiyo-e, one of the most important genres of art of the Tokugawa period (1603–1867) in Japan. The style is a mixture of the realistic narrative of the emaki (“picture …

May 12, 2025 · Key Takeaways Ukiyo was a cultural period in Japan focused on pleasure, arts, and social gatherings. The Floating World was a place for samurai, merchants, and artists to …

Mar 11, 2024 · Ukiyo-e is a distinctive form of Japanese art that became especially popular from the 17th to the 19th centuries, shaping the aesthetics of Japan’s Edo period. This genre is …

May 1, 2025 · Explore the rich history of ukiyo-e, Japan's floating world art. Learn its meaning, techniques, and legacy, and experience its timeless beauty today.

Sep 19, 2025 · Ukiyo-e (traditional Japanese woodblock prints) is a style of painting that vividly reflected the everyday culture of commoners during Japan’s Edo period (1603 to 1868).

Ukiyo-e (浮世絵) are Japanese woodblock prints, which flourished during the Edo Period (1603-1868). They originated as popular culture in Edo (present day Tokyo) and depicted popular …

Sep 15, 2025 · What is Ukiyo-e? Ukiyo-e refers to a print art enjoyed by commoners in the Edo period of Japan. Because it was created using woodblock printing, it could be produced in …