Meiji Era Landscape: Western-Style Residences and Brick Walls in Kitano, Kobe

Journey to the cosmopolitan hills of Kobe with the Meiji Era Landscape: Western-Style Residences and Brick Walls in Kitano, Kobe. This stunning artwork captures the essence of the Kitano Ijinkan-gai, the historic district where foreign merchants and diplomats settled during Japan's "Bunmei Kaika" (Civilization and Enlightenment) era. The focus is a magnificent Western-style mansion with ornate gables and a weathercock, a hallmark of Kobe’s early modern international heritage.

In the foreground, elegant gas lamps and low brick walls frame the scene, leading the eye toward the shimmering expanse of Kobe’s harbor under a soft sunset. Rendered in a masterfully clean ukiyo-e style, the piece uses a sophisticated palette of terracotta pinks, deep teals, and vintage ivory. This composition perfectly blends the architectural diversity of the Meiji period with a serene coastal atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for history buffs, fans of Victorian architecture, and those who appreciate the unique global charm of Kobe.

These stickers are printed on durable, high opacity adhesive vinyl which makes them perfect for regular use, as well as for covering other stickers or paint. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers.

• High opacity film that’s impossible to see through
• Fast and easy bubble-free application
• Durable vinyl
• 95µ density

Note: Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker.