Album of waka
Rare 17th-century Album of Waka by Emperor Go-Yōzei. Stunning Sumi-e ink paintings & calligraphy featuring natural motifs, gold leaf, and elegant waka poems. A unique piece of Japanese art history.
emperor go-yōzei
Explore Emperor Go-Yōzei (1571-1617), the 107th Japanese emperor & skilled calligrapher. Discover his reign, art (waka albums, letters) & legacy bridging Azuchi-Momoyama & Edo periods.