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Yashima Gakutei - Chinese General Tiger from the Story Suikoden - 19th century - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

Yashima Gakutei - Chinese General Tiger from the Story Suikoden - 19th century - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

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Yashima Gakutei - Chinese General Tiger from the Story Suikoden - 19th century - STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal

This 19th-century woodblock print by Yashima Gakutei shows a bearded warrior general, rendered with a tiger's head and presence, seated calmly within a tightly ordered scene.

Visual Elements & Composition

The print is built on a vertical rectangle, with a fan-shaped parasol opening across the upper field. Vermilion red sets the dominant accent, answered by teal blue and pale grey-blue in the background and tan and cream in the figure and mat. A pine tree and a red railing frame the general, and the patterned parasol repeats the decorative rhythm of the whole sheet. Three inscriptions anchor the image: 水滸傳 (Suikoden), 巨虎將軍 (General Giant Tiger), and 其二 (the second in a series).

Meaning & Symbolism

The title names the source as the Suikoden, the Chinese epic known in Japan as a rich well of heroic stories. Gakutei gives its legendary general a tiger's form, a traditional East Asian way of expressing strength, courage and command. The seated pose, the parasol and the pine speak to stillness and authority rather than action, so the warrior reads as a commander who needs no display. As a 19th-century print, the sheet also records how Suikoden characters circulated in Japanese popular art.

Shaped to a Sticker's Outline

A kiss-cut sticker follows the exact outline of its artwork, so the vertical panel and the curve of the parasol become the sticker's own silhouette. The tiger general keeps the full composition intact, from the pine at the edge to the red railing, with no border to interrupt it. Placed on a laptop lid, a notebook cover or a window, the shape itself carries the print's composition.

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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.