Dragons were considered by the ancient Chinese to be sacred beasts which controlled both the weather and the universe, and this concept was brought over to Japan centuries ago. The dragon was therefore considered to be a sublime and dignified motif which was used in a wide variety of occasions and locations.
This work was created by Yoshiyo Studios as a hotel wall decoration. The background of the design illustrated below right comprises a stylized expression of lightning and thunder, while a traditional pattern called “sayagata” composes the background of the design illustrated below left.
