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The Tale of Genji Coloring Book

Thirty Full-Color Scenes from Japan's Classic Romance!

Author: Lady Murasaki Shikibu and _an  

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The Tale of Genji conjures the romantic Heian-era world of handsome princes, beautiful court ladies, fabulous clothes and majestic gardens. This unique colouring book places you in the midst of the imperial court of ancient Japan, with thirty fabulous scenes drawn by a talented Japanese artist!

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The Tale of Genji conjures the romantic Heian-era world of handsome princes, beautiful court ladies, fabulous clothes and majestic gardens. This unique colouring book places you in the midst of the imperial court of ancient Japan, with thirty fabulous scenes drawn by a talented Japanese artist!

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Thirty beautiful scenes from Japan's greatest romance novel-with full-color reference images and coloring pages printed on high quality paper!

The Tale of Genji conjures an elegant world of handsome princes, beautiful court ladies, fabulous clothes and majestic gardens. This unique coloring book places you in the midst of the imperial court of ancient Japan, with thirty fabulous scenes drawn by a talented Japanese artist!

This fine art coloring book provides full-color reference images for key episodes in Lady Murasaki's beloved tale, plus detailed outlines for you to color, all printed on high-quality paper stock. Fascinating story notes accompany every scene.

The Tale of Genji Coloring Book is the perfect way to relax and have fun with Japanese art!

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About the Author

_an is an accomplished freelance illustrator who lives in Japan. She publishes manga-style illustrations online showcasing detailed line work and vivid colors. She produces illustrations for animated films and book covers as well as Ukiyo-e style woodblock print illustrations for video games. Her work is featured in the book New Girls' Illustration and she illustrated Episode 5 of The Chainstories video series for the musical group, The Chainsmokers. She's been a guest lecturer in the Wacom graphic tablet online seminar series and created illustrations for Belle: The Dragon and the Freckled Princess (featured in Illustration 2021), among other projects.

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Product Details

Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Published
30th September 2025
Pages
64
ISBN
9784805319819

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