Japanese Original Black Red Ink Drawing Circa 1800 Urashima Taro Fairy Tale. Japanese Original Black and Red Ink Drawing Circa 1800 Urashima Taro Fairy Tale. Japanese Original Black and Red Ink Drawing Circa 1800 and is a depiction of the Urashima Taro Fairy Tale. I believe that this is a depiction of The Urashima Taro tale, because it features a man sitting on a turtle which is not a common image. This story dates at least to the 8th century and is featured in several literary sources. Urashima Taro is the protagonist of a Japanese fairy tale (otogi banashi), who in a typical modern version is a fisherman rewarded for rescuing a turtle, and carried on its back to the Dragon Palace (Ryugu-jo) beneath the sea. There he is entertained by the princess Otohime[a] as a reward. The thin rice paper has been pasted to another thicker paper. Small loss in corner. Measurements: 32 1/2 x 21 1/2 inches. All items for sale are vintage or antique and it may show evidence of wear. Please see condition report and photos. I try to describe the items to the best of my ability. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
