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Utagawa, Kuniyoshi: Famous Heroes of The Kabuki Stage Played by Frogs Toads Funny Antique Kawaii Vintage Japanese Graphic Art Tee T-Shirt, 4XL

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A great gift for the frog lover in your life! In this series of prints, Kuniyoshi took a humorous approach to depicting Kabuki actors. Rather than portraying them as human, he depicted them as frogs and toads, dressed in traditional Kabuki costumes. The prints are a play on words, as the Japanese word for frog (kaeru) is a homophone for the word change, which is a key element of Kabuki theater. Despite the humorous nature of these prints, they are still highly regarded as works of art.

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Japanese mythology is full of fascinating and enduring stories, and one of the most well-known is that of Jiraiya, a powerful and legendary ninja who was said to have the ability to transform into a giant toad. This myth is perhaps best known through the works of Japanese artist Kuniyoshi, who depicted Jiraiya in a series of woodblock prints and paintings. Kuniyoshi's portrayal of Jiraiya is highly influential and has helped to shape the way that the character is remembered in Japanese culture.

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The central theme of this series (A Magic Contest) involves a magical competition. Kabuki actors are depicted alongside supernatural entities, like

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