From the sixteenth century onwards, as European knowledge and information of Asia increased, many beautifully engraved maps depicting Japan, often hand-colored, were created for insertion into world atlases, books on Japan or Asia, or to be sold as individual sheets. Although their geographical accuracy is questionable by today's standards, such maps continue to fascinate modern viewers by their great variety, the often bold assumptions of their creators, and the gradual progress in their quest for the true shape of Japan. From those numerous maps of Japan produced in that era, twelve which are considered the most historically important in terms of both geographical content and aesthetic quality were chosen for this set. The maps were reproduced on quality washi (Japanese handmade paper) by a high definition, seven-color printing process. The set includes a booklet containing a detailed explanation of each map written in English by renowned expert Lutz Walter (with Japanese translations) and a wooden frame for displaying.

[Description] Early European Maps of Japan A set of twelve maps reproduced in color by modern high-definition printing process One wooden frame included Commentary booklet included with introductory essay by Hiroshi Aramata and English descriptions of maps by Lutz Walter 120,000 yen (Customers in Japan add 5% consumption tax) ISBN 4-8419-0279-1

	English descriptions of maps by Lutz Walter
	Introductory essay by Hiroshi Aramata (in Japanese: PDF)
	Pamphlet in Japanese (PDF)
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