Product description
High in the Japanese Alps of Nagano Prefecture, the morning mist clings to the jagged silhouettes of the Northern Alps. This print captures the village of Kizaki in 1941, where simple wooden dwellings and thatched roofs sit nestled between vibrant green fields and the still, reflective waters of the lake. The palette uses a sophisticated layering of soft blues, muted greens, and crisp whites to define the towering cumulus clouds that appear to float behind the dark mountain range.
There is a profound sense of stillness in this composition, a signature of the Shin-hanga movement that sought to preserve the vanishing beauty of traditional Japan. The artwork evokes the quietude of a rural summer morning, where the air is cool and the only sound is the gentle lapping of water against the grassy shore. It carries a nostalgic weight, inviting the viewer to step out of the frantic modern pace and into a landscape defined by natural rhythms and architectural harmony.
Pair this print with japanese art prints; it also bridges neatly into japanese woodblock prints.
Product details
- Product: Lake Kizaki in Shinshu 1941, Kawase Hasui Japanese Art Print
- Formats: Unframed physical print or high-resolution digital file
- Print material: 200 GSM matte paper
- Physical sizes: 8×10, 11×14, 12×18, 16×20, 18×24, 20×30, and 24×36 inches
- Orientation: Landscape
- Dominant palette: Blue, Green, White
- Suggested placement: Bedroom
- Frame: Not included
Product transparency: This listing is offered by MerchFuse. Physical orders contain an unframed print. Selecting Digital File provides a digital artwork file instead of a shipped product. Screen and print colours can vary slightly because displays and printing processes reproduce colour differently.
MerchFuse curator note
For Lake Kizaki in Shinshu 1941, Kawase Hasui Japanese Art Print, the landscape moody and vibrant ukiyo-e print and blue, green, white palette create a clear focal point for bedroom displays. Pair it with related Japanese prints or restrained botanical artwork for a balanced display.
What You’re Getting
Premium Quality, Every Print
MerchFuse prints are designed for collectors and home styling: crisp artwork, archival-feel paper, careful quality checks and secure packaging.
Paper Quality
200 GSM matte stock
Heavyweight fine-art-style matte paper with a smooth, low-glare finish that feels substantial and displays beautifully under frames.
Ink & Longevity
Archival print clarity
Produced with professional print processes for rich color, clean edges and long-lasting indoor display quality.
Packaging
Protected for transit
Each order is packed flat or rolled depending on size, using protective mailers or tubes so the print arrives safely.
Before You Order
Find Your Perfect Print Size
The sizes below are read directly from this product’s live physical variations. Check local frame availability before ordering.
After It Arrives
How to Frame & Display Your Print
A clean tube-to-wall setup: let the print relax, choose a standard frame, then style it as a hero piece or part of a gallery wall.
- Unroll & relaxLay the print face-down on a clean flat surface for 20–30 minutes before framing.
- Pick a standard frameMatch the selected print dimensions to a frame sold in your region; use a mat or custom frame when local standards differ.
- Hang away from moistureAvoid bathrooms, direct sunlight and damp areas for the longest-lasting display.
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