Details of Spider-Man Mini Ukiyo-e “Spider-Man: Cherry Blossom Storm (Sheet)”

Spider-Man makes a cool appearance as a traditional Ukiyo-e woodblock print!
Ukiyo-e, a symbol of Edo-period culture and the playful spirit of its townspeople, is one of Japan’s most iconic traditional crafts.
This piece dynamically expresses “Spider-Man” using authentic woodblock printing techniques.

Mini Ukiyo-e = Ukiyo-e Tag = Senjafuda
Unlike large Ukiyo-e prints, these small-format Ukiyo-e tags were personal items once used as name cards in social gatherings or as shop advertisements. They embodied the Edo spirit of style, wit, and sophistication — much like today’s graphic design.

As woodblock carving and printing techniques advanced, these prints evolved to blend text and imagery into an art form unique to Edo’s common culture.

The tradition of exchanging these small art tags continues even today.