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Using Art to Bring a Slice of Japanese Culture into Your Western Home

Japanese culture is traditionally focused on several core values that relate to the self. Values like harmony, order and self-development are at the forefront of Japanese social interaction, and these concepts are heavily reflected in Japanese interior design. Implementing a Japanese twist to your own décor at home can effortlessly add a touch of Zen that inherently encourages a sense of discipline and inner peace.

Pulling this off can be a little difficult though, and your Japanese twist can often end up standing out and looking out of place, so let’s dive a little deeper and discuss exactly how to style your Japanese art properly. Explore our Japan Inspired Art Prints for inspiration.

What is Japanese Style Interior Design?

Japanese style décor is commonly known as wabi-sabi interior design. This concept is rooted in Zen philosophy and is derived from the concept of learning to accept and live with the world’s imperfections. Wabi-sabi interior design attempts to internalize this idea by bringing this same concept into the home using uneven shapes and accepting cracks and irregularities.

Further to this concept, Japanese interior design is heavily focused on minimalism and the use of empty space. Use of white and other earthy tones is commonplace, and the blank space is effectively broken up using small plants and natural elements.

How to Blend Japanese Design with Western Décor Through Japandi

When attempting to fuse these Japanese ideas with western concepts, it can be tough to know where to start. Thankfully, there is a clear choice to help bridge the gap. It’s no secret that in recent years, Scandinavian interior design has become incredibly popular in the west, and the success of companies like IKEA is a living testament.

Enter the concept of Japandi design. Like Japanese design concepts, Scandinavian interior design is also rooted in minimalism. Both place a heavy focus on the use of natural elements and muted colours, making them a perfect match!

How to Add Japanese Style to Your Western Home

The secret to making your Japanese artwork looks like it really belongs is to pair it with décor that uses the same design concepts. Japanese artwork looks its absolute best when placed in minimalist environments that make use of clean lines and natural elements such as wood, clay, rattan, wicker, etc.

Less is more with Japanese interiors, so try to make use of neutral colours and empty space and break it all up with a few small plants. When paired with the uniquely modern, clean look of Scandinavian furniture, you’ll be amazed just how at home your Japanese artwork will look.

Find the Perfect Japanese Print at East End Prints

Combining all this knowledge, you should now have everything you need to add a little Japanese culture to your own décor. At East End Prints, we have a wide range of Japanese artwork available that will perfectly complement a minimalist design and effortlessly add a touch of Zen to your western home.

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