Hikare no Kage - the shadow of light

The shadow of light

Hikari no Kage

光の影

Classic Semi-Glossy Paper Metal Framed Poster 70x100 cm / 28x40″

A single stream of sunlight breaks through the canopy, falling softly on moss, rock, and water — not to dominate, but to reveal. This 1890-inspired Japanese woodblock print captures more than a landscape; it holds a moment of still, sacred balance.

In that illuminated patch lies hikari no kage — the shadow of light. Not darkness, but the memory of brightness. Not presence, but echo. It is where clarity and contemplation meet, where nature reminds us that nothing speaks louder than quiet.

Rendered in muted greens and silvery hues, this scene invites the viewer to enter, pause, and exhale. There is no need to move quickly here. The world can wait.

At Onko Chishin, we honor the gentle wisdom of contrast: where new meaning grows from the quiet beauty of what came before.

Let this print become your soft window into stillness — a moment suspended, a hush in color.

Our sleek aluminum frame with a polished finish complements the silky feel of our high-quality, lightweight semi-glossy paper. The poster and frame ship together, requiring easy assembly with included hardware:

• Frame Material: Durable aluminum.
• Frame Color: Black.
• Frame Measurements: Approximately 20mm (0.8") thick and 10mm (0.4") wide.
• Paper Finishing: Semi-glossy, enhances colors with a subtle shine.
• Paper Weight: 170 gsm (65 lb), thickness: 0.19 mm (7.5 mils).
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the poster.
• Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified materials or equivalent.
• Available Sizes: 15 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).

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No minimum orders, printed and shipped on demand.