Collotype Printed Postcard (Seasonal Motifs)

Bringing Japanese art into everyday life.

The “Seasonal Motifs: Five Themes” postcard series by Kyoto Benrido faithfully reproduces masterpieces of Japanese art, including ukiyo-e and famous paintings, using the collotype printing technique.

Collotype is a photographic printing method invented in France in the 19th century. It is a technique known for its remarkable precision and delicate tonal expression, often being used in the reproduction of cultural artifacts and artworks.
What sets collotype apart is the ability to render fine detail and subtle gradation—qualities that cannot be achieved by modern printing methods.

Today, Kyoto Benrido is the only remaining studio in the world that continues to preserve and practice this rare collotype technique.
Enjoy the beauty and craftsmanship of Japanese art in your daily life with these exquisite postcards.