Tochigi Karasuyama Yama-age Matsuri: The Giant Paper Backdrops

Channel the raw, creative power of the "Paper Mountains" with the Traditional Karasuyama Yama-age Matsuri Ukiyo-e Sticker - The Giant Paper Backdrops. This high-impact artwork depicts the massive, multi-layered paper mountains (yama) being raised by hand to create a magnificent outdoor stage in Shimotsuke Province (modern-day Tochigi). This 450-year-old tradition symbolizes the incredible human strength and collective effort required to transform the city streets into a theatrical mountain landscape for local dance performances.

The design features a bold palette of forest green, sky blue, and charcoal, rendered in a striking ukiyo-e style that emphasizes the paper mountains’ immense physique and the raw energy of the workers. The contrast between the artificial mountains and the traditional streetscape creates a powerful visual narrative of resilience and momentum. This sticker is a perfect choice for theater lovers, history buffs, and those who admire the bold, indomitable spirit of Tochigi. Add a touch of monumental Edo-era power to your personal gear today.

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.