Episode 421 - In the Eye of the Beholder
Episode 421 - In the Eye of the Beholder  
Podcast: History of Japan
Published On: Fri Jan 14 2022
Description: Today, we're discussing the evolution of a unique form of modern Japanese art: shin hanga, or new woodblocks, which attempted to combine Western painting techniques with woodblock printing. They're not as well remembered as old ukiyo-e prints, but say something very interesting about the tension between modernity and tradition in 20th century Japan! Show notes here.