古代から現代までの日本美術史を一貫した視点で描き出す，第一人者による書下ろし概説書（『日本美術の歴史』自社刊、2005年）の英語版．「かざり」「あそび」「アニミズム」を普遍的な特質と考え，絵画，彫刻，庭園，アニメ，マンガなど，さまざまなジャンルをカバー．日本の美術のみならず歴史，文化を知りたい人にも最適．The leading authority on Japanese art history, from earthenware figurines in 13,000 B.C. to manga and modern subcultures, tells the story of how the country has nurtured unique aesthetics, prominent artists, and distinctive movements. Discussing Japanese art in various contexts, including interactions with the outside world, Nobuo Tsuji sheds light on works ranging from the Jomon period to modern and contemporary art. Tsuji's perspective, using newly discovered facts, depicts critical aspects of paintings, ukiyo-e, ceramics, sculpture, armor, gardens, and architecture, covering thousands of years. This book, the first translation into English of Japan's most updated, reliable, and comprehensive book on the history of Japanese art, is an indispensable resource for all those interested in this multifaceted history.