Skip to product information
1 of 24

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Second Ichikawa Yaozo in the Role of Soga no Goro - 2nd month, 1773 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Second Ichikawa Yaozo in the Role of Soga no Goro - 2nd month, 1773 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Regular price $2.49 USD
Regular price Sale price $2.49 USD
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章 - The Second Ichikawa Yaozo in the Role of Soga no Goro - 2nd month, 1773 - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This 1773 ukiyo-e woodblock print shows the Kabuki actor Ichikawa Yaozo II in the role of Soga no Goro, drawn by Katsukawa Shunshō at the height of the Edo period's actor print tradition.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print is a tall vertical panel built around a single commanding figure. The actor raises a short sword, and his stance fills the sheet with diagonal tension. His robe is crimson red, and his pleated hakama are decorated with butterfly motifs that repeat across the fabric. The palette moves through pale cream, dove grey, sage green and ochre yellow, with the red robe holding the eye at the centre. Shunshō's signature, 春章画, appears within the sheet.

Meaning & Symbolism

Soga no Goro is one of the best-known figures of Japanese theatre, a warrior tied to the story of the Soga brothers and their vengeance. Kabuki audiences of the 1770s knew the tale well, so an actor's pose in this role carried the drama before any words were spoken. The raised blade signals that moment of resolve. The butterflies on the hakama add the classical decorative vocabulary that yakusha-e artists used to set a character's identity in costume. Shunshō's detailed line work turns the costume into a record of how the stage looked to its Edo audience.

On the Sticker

A kiss-cut sticker is cut to its own outline, so this print can leave the rectangle of the original behind and carry only the shape of its subject. The raised sword and the swirl of the robe read cleanly at a small scale, and the sticker can be placed on a surface where it reads as a fragment of the theatre, close to hand.

Sizes
Types

Bulk Discounts Available

These discounts apply to all Kiss-Cut Stickers.

Buy 2+
15% OFF
Buy 5+
20% OFF
Buy 10+
25% OFF
Buy 50+
35% OFF

Automatically applied at checkout.

View full details

Glossy kiss-cut vinyl stickers made for smooth, indoor surfaces — laptops, journals, mirrors, and other finished items. Crisp edges, vivid color, strong hold, and not waterproof.

What “kiss-cut” means: the blade cuts the vinyl layer into the exact shape while leaving the backing liner whole, so pieces separate cleanly and lift off the sheet without tearing. It’s the neatest way to produce shaped stickers and multi-piece sheets.

  • Material: reliable vinyl face with a permanent acrylic adhesive formulated for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
  • Finish: glossy surface that enhances contrast and depth without feeling overly reflective.
  • Printing: eco-solvent inks provide dense color and crisp detail for fine lines and gradients.
  • Use case: intended for indoor environments only — not waterproof. Not recommended for continuous exposure to moisture or dishwashing.
  • Application friendly: easy-peel backing and a liner that releases cleanly to help reduce bubbles and misfeeds during placement.

These stickers perform best on smooth, dust-free surfaces — think laptop lids, sealed notebooks, glass, mirrors, finished shelving and lockers. They’ll stick well where the surface is flat and clean; avoid rough wood, silicone, fabric, and heavily textured paint.

  1. Clean: remove dust and oils with a lint-free cloth. For stubborn grime, use a mild soap and water rinse; let the area dry completely.
  2. Align: peel a corner, position carefully, then press the center down first.
  3. Smooth: work outward from the center with a soft card or a thumb to push air out and ensure the edges set down firmly.

Tip: give the adhesive 24 hours to fully settle before heavy handling. These are not designed for outdoor or wet conditions.

  • Gently dust with a soft, dry cloth, moving from the center outward to avoid scratching the gloss.
  • For light marks, a barely damp microfiber will lift residue — blot, don’t scrub, and dry right away.
  • Avoid bleach, solvents, abrasive pads, and steam; moisture or harsh chemicals can lift edges and fade inks.

Reminder: these stickers are not waterproof. Keep them away from sinks, outdoor exposure, and dishwasher cycles to maintain adhesion and finish.

Sizes are measured across the sticker’s longest side. For example, a 3″ sticker is 3 inches across its largest dimension (height or width, depending on the shape).

The kiss-cut follows the sticker’s outline for a tidy border; complex shapes can show small variances, but the advertised measurement refers to the maximum edge-to-edge length.