2026/09/01 09:00



こんにちは。ARTRAD KYOTOの安河内です。
朝夕の風に秋の気配が混じり始める9月。京都では、
10点札(タネ札)の「菊に盃(さかずき)」をはじめ、
吉祥の極み「重陽の節句」と菊の力
花札の9月を象徴する菊は、中国の「菊水伝説」に由来します。
平安の貴族たちは菊の花に真綿を被せて夜露と香りを移した「
3月の桜と合わせて「花見酒」、8月の月と合わせて「月見酒」。
オリジナルの世界を揺るがす「白い蛇」の降臨
伝統的な花札の9月には、菊と盃、そして短冊のみが描かれ、
古来より白蛇は、弁財天の使いや神の化身として崇められ、「
盃を掲げ持つように寄り添い、
大正10年創業の職人技が支える、アートの質感
私たちが手がける「京都アート花札」は、大正10年創業の老舗「
深い夜色の背景に浮かび上がる菊の花弁のグラデーション、
時を超えて受け継がれてきた長寿への祈りと、
京阪祇園四条駅構内「Kyoto Culture Lab in 祇園四条チカル」にて実物を展示・販売しております。
・京都アート花札 詳細・ご購入はこちら
https://www.artrad.jp/items/103192886
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Vol. 11: Prayers for Longevity and the White Snake — Reimagining September's Chrysanthemum Card
Hello, this is Hiroshi Yasukochi from ARTRAD KYOTO.
As September brings the first cool breezes of autumn to Kyoto, we celebrate Choyo no Sekku (the Chrysanthemum Festival), a traditional occasion dedicated to wishing for good health and longevity. The September Hanafuda cards, headlined by the iconic "Chrysanthemum and Sake Cup" (Kiku ni Sakazuki), reflect this deep-rooted cultural reverence.
In traditional card combinations like "Hanami-zake" (Cherry Blossom Viewing Sake) and "Tsukimi-zake" (Moon Viewing Sake), the sake cup serves as the central bridge celebrating seasonal beauty and vitality.
The Mysterious White Snake: A Symbol of Rebirth and Good Fortune
In standard Hanafuda decks, the September suit features only flora and the ceremonial cup—no animals appear. However, in our "Kyoto Art Hanafuda," you will notice a captivating addition: a delicate white snake gliding through the chrysanthemum blossoms and circling the crimson sake cup.
In Japanese lore, the white snake is revered as a divine messenger of Benzaiten, symbolizing continuous rebirth, immortality, and prosperity. Its shedding cycles echo the core theme of the Chrysanthemum Festival: renewal and long life. By introducing this mythical guardian into the classic scenery, the cards gain an enchanting, modern narrative.
100-Year Kyoto Craftsmanship Meets Modern Vision
Crafted in partnership with Tamura Shogundo (founded in 1921), each card is made using authentic goshi paper-layering techniques. The vibrant contrast between the deep background, the glowing blossoms, and the smooth white snake is brought to life through exquisite artisanal finishing.
Experience this unique harmony of heritage and contemporary art in person at "Kyoto Culture Lab in Gion-Shijo Chikaru" inside Keihan Gion-Shijo Station, or via our official web shop.
Exclusively available here.