{"product_id":"tca-hanamoji-raku03-20260827","title":"Yuko Imai Custom Hanamoji Hand-Painted Shikishi Art Made to Order Japan","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYuko Imai Custom Calligraphy - Single Character, Hand-Painted, Small Shikishi (Japanese Art Board) 121 x 136 mm - Order with Your Favorite Character!\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem No: tca-hanamoji-raku03-20260827\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Iko'sFactory\u003cbr\u003eItem: Painting\u003cbr\u003eGender: Unisex\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003eAccessory: None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Details:\u003cbr\u003eThis is a new, made-to-order original artwork. Each piece is individually hand-painted after the order is placed, so brushwork, colors, flowers, and decorative details will naturally vary from the sample images. The images featuring the character “楽” are examples; the buyer may request one preferred character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCustom Hand-Painted Hanamoji Artwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing features sample artworks based on the Japanese character “楽” (Raku), a character associated with joy, ease, and enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist created these examples with the wish that each day may be lived with a light heart and a sense of happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanamoji is a colorful form of hand-painted decorative character art. Its roots are associated with traditional Chinese auspicious decorative character art and flower-and-bird lettering, in which flowers, birds, dragons, and other symbolic motifs are incorporated into written characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a custom, made-to-order artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may select one Japanese or Chinese character for the artist to paint especially for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e愛 - Love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e夢 - Dream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e福 - Good Fortune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e幸 - Happiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e喜 - Joy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter your order is placed, the artist will create your selected character individually by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Three Sample Artworks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three “楽” artworks shown in this listing are all sample works previously created by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is not for all three sample pieces, and it is not for one randomly selected piece from those three examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchase, please tell us the one character you would like the artist to create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist will then hand-paint one new artwork specifically for your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three samples demonstrate the range of the artist's hand-painted style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors, brushwork, flowers, dragons, birds, pandas, and other decorative motifs may vary from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork you receive will therefore not be exactly the same as any of the three sample images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne custom hand-painted artwork is included per order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: Yuko Imai (iko)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem: Custom Hanamoji original hand-painted artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder: One character selected by the buyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Small shikishi board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Paper \/ shikishi board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction: Made to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 121 x 136 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand-Painted One-of-a-Kind Artwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a printed reproduction or a mass-produced item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach artwork is painted individually by hand after the order is received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when the same character is painted again, the brushwork, colors, flowers, auspicious motifs, and small decorative details will naturally differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished piece you receive will therefore be an individual original artwork created specifically for your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrder Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchase, please provide the one character requested for your artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist will review the order details and begin creating the artwork individually by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce production has begun, changes to the requested character or cancellation for personal reasons may not be accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review the size, artwork style, and order details carefully before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreparation Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow approximately 7 days for the artist to create the artwork and prepare it for shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs each piece is individually hand-painted after the order is confirmed, preparation takes longer than a standard ready-made product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Personal Visit to Hikawa Shrine After Completion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the artwork is completed, the artist personally visits Hikawa Shrine with the finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHikawa Shrines are traditionally associated with prayers for meaningful relationships and good connections, protection from misfortune, good fortune, and various wishes for happiness and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring her personal visit, the artist gives thanks for the connection with each customer and takes time to wish for the happiness and well-being of the person who will receive the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the artist, the creative process does not end when the painting itself is finished. She approaches each piece with care through the final steps before it is delivered to its new owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: This personal shrine visit does not mean that the artwork has been officially blessed, purified, certified, approved, or endorsed by Hikawa Shrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist visits the shrine as a regular worshipper and personally wishes for the customer's happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Artist - Yuko Imai (iko)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuko Imai, known as “iko,” is a Japanese Hanamoji artist and instructor active in Japan and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe began creating Hanamoji in 2008 and has continued to develop her artistic practice through both artwork production and teaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer works have been presented in Japan and internationally, including exhibitions in New York, Paris, and London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSelected Exhibitions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2024 - Ueno Royal Museum, Tokyo - Japan Art National Selected Artists Exhibition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2024 - Japanese Calligraphy Show, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2024 - Japan Expo Paris 2024, Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2024 - MINERVA at Mall Galleries, London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2025 - Gallery IYN, Osaka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSelected Awards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2024 - Japan Art Grand Prize, Calligraphy Division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2025 - Creative Excellence Award, Masters Dai-Tokyo Exhibition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2026 - Shibayama Award, 58th Shin-In Exhibition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 58th Shin-In Exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum from September 10 to September 17, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTC Academy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuko Imai is also scheduled to begin activities as an instructor with TC Academy from September 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough online learning, she plans to share Hanamoji techniques, creative expression, and the experience she has developed through many years of artistic practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Additional Images\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of previous artworks, exhibitions, awards, and other artistic activities may be shown in the image gallery to introduce the artist's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose past artworks and exhibition materials are reference images only and are not included with this purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded Item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne custom hand-painted Hanamoji artwork on a small shikishi board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade-to-Order \u0026amp; Hand-Painted Artwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is a made-to-order artwork individually hand-painted by the artist after your order is placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs shown in this listing are examples of the artist's work and are provided to show the general style and range of possible finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a printed reproduction or a mass-produced product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause every piece is painted individually by hand, the brushwork, colors, flowers, motifs, and small decorative details will naturally vary from the sample images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when the same character is requested, no two finished artworks will be completely identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is created as an individual original artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three sample “楽” artworks shown in this listing are examples only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are not included in the purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly one newly created custom artwork is supplied per order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReturns, Refunds \u0026amp; Cancellations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork is individually produced according to the buyer's requested character and is therefore a personalized, made-to-order item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, returns, exchanges, or cancellations for personal preference are generally not accepted after production has begun, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe finished appearance being different from the buyer's personal expectation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural differences in colors, brushwork, or motif placement resulting from hand painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA request to change the selected character after production has begun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther buyer-preference reasons where the item itself is correctly made and as described\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, if there is a genuine problem with the item, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe artwork arrives with a different character from the one confirmed for the order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe item materially differs from the listing description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA completely different item is delivered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe artwork arrives damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eplease contact us so that we can review the situation and provide an appropriate response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Artist \u0026amp; 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