
Yoru no Sumi-e 「夜の墨絵 」Oracle Cards
by Sumiko Sasaki
Theme: Japanese minimalistic designs and calligraphy for divination
Medium: pencil ink
A 54-card oracle deck by Japanese artist Sumiko Sasaki, featuring minimalistic designs and Japanese calligraphy. It is designed for both tarot and oracle readers, drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese aesthetics.
About This Deck
The Yoru no Sumi-e Oracle Cards, created by Japanese artist Sumiko Sasaki, is a 54-card deck that blends minimalistic design with traditional Japanese calligraphy. The deck's title, 「夜の墨絵」, translates to "Night Sumi-e," suggesting an aesthetic rooted in the traditional Japanese ink wash painting style, often characterized by its simplicity, elegance, and use of monochrome.
Designed for both tarot and oracle readers, the deck aims to provide an intuitive experience through its culturally specific artwork. The inclusion of Japanese calligraphy, created by artist Kuroshodou, adds an authentic layer of artistic and spiritual depth. The deck comes with a PDF and an A5 Japanese-style guidebook, formatted to be read from right to left, further immersing users in the cultural context.
Sumiko Sasaki, the creator, brings her background in divination, reiki, and healing to the project, intending to create decks with strong Japanese influences. The Yoru no Sumi-e deck reflects this commitment, offering a unique tool for introspection and guidance that honors Japanese artistic traditions.
Key Features
- 54-card oracle deck
- Features Japanese minimalistic designs and calligraphy
- Includes a PDF and A5 Japanese-style (right-to-left) guidebook
- Artwork by Sumiko Sasaki, calligraphy by Kuroshodou
- Designed for both tarot and oracle readers
Who It's For
This deck is ideal for oracle and tarot readers who appreciate Japanese aesthetics, minimalism, and traditional calligraphy. It will appeal to those seeking a culturally specific divination tool with a serene and contemplative visual style. Readers interested in exploring themes of introspection and healing through a Japanese lens will find this deck particularly resonant.
The Story Behind This Deck
Sumiko Sasaki is a 24-year-old Japanese artist with two years of experience in divination, reiki, and healing. Her creative focus is on developing decks that incorporate Japanese influences. The Yoru no Sumi-e Oracle Cards represent her commitment to this vision, blending her spiritual practice with her artistic heritage to create a unique divination tool.
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Campaign Stats
Raised
$23K
Backers
308
Funded
399%
Launched
Feb 2021
Platform: Kickstarter
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