Yōrō Waterfall in Mino Province — Katsushika Hokusai (Edo period)

A white sheet of water drops from a cliff like silk unfurling in the wind. Figures gather below to marvel; pines cling to rock; the world hums with spray and blue air. In this celebrated design from Hokusai’s waterfall series, stylised waves, bold contour, and deft gradation turn nature into living pattern—calm, powerful, endlessly refreshing.

Why it captivates

• Ukiyo-e mastery — Hokusai’s lyrical line and dynamic composition at their peak.

• Water as architecture — the fall rendered as a floating, luminous “curtain.”

• Tranquil palette — layered blues and fresh greens that settle a room.

• Rich surface detail — crisp woodblock linework and soft bokashi shading.

• Legend & place — Yōrō’s “water of longevity” in today’s Gifu Prefecture.

• Statement artwork — serene yet dramatic focal point for living rooms and studies.

What you’ll see

A tall cascade suspended like a ribbon of light; crags and pines framing the drop; small visitors at the pool’s edge; currents described in rhythmic arcs. Up close: intricate carving and gradations that move from deep indigo to mist-pale blue. From a step back: a poised, meditative landscape.

A richer historical frame

Created c. 1832–33 for the series “A Tour of Waterfalls in Various Provinces” (Shokoku taki meguri), Hokusai’s design blends direct observation with stylised geometry. Yōrō Falls—long associated with tales of restorative waters—becomes a study in movement and stillness, a quintessential statement of Edo-period print aesthetics.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival, smooth matte ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

579 × 841 mm (approx. 22.80 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.688 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: cut the mat window to ~575 × 837 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.

  • Contemporary: float-mount within an A1 frame for a generous gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Japanophiles & ukiyo-e collectors

• Design lovers drawn to clean lines and calming blues

• Educators & galleries exploring Edo-period print culture

• Stylists & gift-givers curating serene, contemplative interiors

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let the calm power of falling water into your space—order your fine-art print of Hokusai’s Yōrō Waterfall in Mino Province today.