20 Large Japanese Wall Art Ideas For Serene Interior Spaces

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A Japanese-inspired interior space with a pink chair next to a vase of pink flowers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Incorporate large-scale flat artworks like paintings or prints to add zen tranquility.  
  • Explore one-of-a-kind concepts like custom Kanji or Urushi lacquering.
  • Abstract cherry blossom canvases and sumi ink studies make dramatic statements.
  • Strategically place artworks to spotlight meaningful spaces. 
  • Harmonize tones and textures to cultivate a peaceful atmosphere.
20 large Japanese wall art ideas for peaceful interiors. Explore beautiful Japanese paintings and canvases that will transform your space into a tranquil oasis.

Celebrate Sakura Season with Giant Flower Canvas

When spring cherry blossoms emerge, celebrate by installing stunning oversized canvas depicting pale pink flowers against an atmospheric gray sky. The close-up perspective offers an immersive, romantic experience. Or frame a fashion-inspired photo print that aesthetically mimics falling petals.  

A large pink couch in a living room with Japanese cherry blossoms.
A Japanese-inspired living room with pink cherry blossoms as wall art.
A Japanese-inspired couch adorned with serene wall art featuring a picture of a tree branch.
A serene living room with Japanese wall art adorned with pink cherry blossoms.
A Japanese-inspired interior space with a pink chair next to a vase of pink flowers.

Statement-Making Extra-Long Landscape Painting 

Make a showstopping statement and alter room perceptions by displaying an elongated horizontal painting envisioning a misty seaside scene. The custom panoramic format encourages focused meditation as the eye travels end-to-end. Commission on extra-long canvas for maximum impact.  

A Japanese-inspired living room with a large framed photo of a wave as wall art.
A large living room with Japanese wall art and a view of mountains and clouds.
A large living room with a great wave painting on the Japanese wall art.
A serene Japanese living room with a large picture of a wave crashing as wall art.

Install Matching Trilogy Art Above Seating  

Create riveting focal points above couches or sectionals with clusters of three matching floral paintings presented in gradient tones. The offset arrangement adds a modern edge, while the soft color repetition fosters harmonious flow. Suspend with invisible hanging wires for a floating effect.

A serene living room with two Japanese wall art paintings.
A serene living room adorned with two Japanese wall art paintings.
A living room with two Japanese paintings on the wall, creating a serene interior space adorned with wall art.
A living room with two serene Japanese wall art pieces.

Abstract Japanese Wave Art Paintings   

Reinvent sentimental seaside scenic artwork into stunning wall displays. Carefully detach the wave motifs from their original framework. Then, professionally, the shadowbox mounts the colorful designs or remounts portions onto painted boards. The group is in asymmetrical clusters for a breezy boho style.

A stunning Japanese mural of the great wave, serving as exquisite wall art in the interior space of a living room.
A serene living room with a Japanese mural of the great wave.
A Japanese-inspired living room with a large mural of the great wave, creating a serene interior space.
Japanese wall art transforms a living room into a serene interior space with the great wave wall mural.

Frame Lattice-Style Woodblock Studies

For organic texture, frame small-scale studies of carved wood printing blocks depicting delicate Japanese lattice and wave designs. Create eclectic gallery walls, mixing these woodblock prints with other crafted papers and calligraphy studies. The mini sizes invite intimate inspection of exquisite details.   

A large living room with black walls adorned with Japanese framed pictures.
A serene living room adorned with Japanese wall art.
A serene living room with a black couch and Japanese wall art.
A Japanese-inspired living room with a large couch and a coffee table adorned with wall art.
A serene living room with a black couch and Japanese wall art.
A Japanese-inspired living room with large wall art and a wooden table.
A large living room with black walls adorned with framed pictures of Japanese wall art.
A serene living room with black walls and a Japanese-inspired coffee table.

Commission Custom Kanji Artwork

Memorialize your unique love story through custom kanji art celebrating your paired names. Convert the symbols into an abstract painting or modern typography piece. Display proudly in your entryway or above the bed as a focal point.  

A large Japanese wall art hangs above a couch in a living room.
A living room with a large Japanese painting on the wall.
A large, Japanese abstract painting hangs above a couch in a living room.
A serene Japanese wall art in a living room.

Display Whimsical Kimono Cut-Out Collages

Inject playful personality by exhibiting collaged kimono snippets as dimensional wall art. Salvage silk swatches in vibrant, ditsy florals. Strategically cut and layer pieces upon neutral canvases for popping color contrast. Outline layered edges with embroidered crimson thread for extra Japanese flair.  

A large Japanese wall art of a woman in a red dress hanging in a living room.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired painting hanging above a comfortable couch.
Japanese kimono hanging on a large wall.
A large Japanese wall art featuring a group of kimono.
A serene row of colorful Japanese kimonos displayed as wall art.
A serene Japanese wall art featuring a kimono hanging on a wall.

Hang an Enormous Single Brushstroke Canvas 

Make an impactful high-art statement in bold interior spaces by installing a massive singular brushstroke. Black sumi ink dramatically traverses the expansive white canvas with graceful movement reminiscent of traditional calligraphy. Ensure adequate wall space so the epic piece steals the spotlight.  

A large Japanese wall art in a white living room.
A large, black and white Japanese wall art painting hangs above a couch in a living room.
A Japanese painting hangs above a couch in a living room.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired black and white wall art.

Upcycle Vintage Parasols Into Wall Art  

Reinvent cherished old parasols into stunning wall art displays. Carefully open the paper canopies to expose their vibrant illustrations permanently. Then, professionally flatten and frame with custom matting that mirrors the original colors. Group whimsical umbrella art over a console or above a vanity.   

A living room with large red umbrellas as Japanese wall art.
Three Japanese wall art pieces hang above a couch in a living room.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired couch and wall art.
A serene living room adorned with beautiful wall art featuring colorful umbrellas, evoking a Japanese ambiance.
A serene living room with Japanese-inspired wall art featuring umbrellas.
A Japanese-inspired living room with serene interior spaces featuring a couch, lamp, and beautiful wall art.

Showcase Photography from Kyoto Gardens

Infuse authentic Japanese essence by exhibiting stunning fine art photographs of iconic gardens and landscapes. Seek out images capturing famous sites like vibrant red Japanese maples or the ethereal moss temples of Kyoto. Ensure neutral surroundings allow the images to shine as standalone stars. 

A serene living room with Japanese-inspired wall art and cozy couches surrounding a fireplace.
A Japanese-inspired living room featuring a serene wall art of a zen tree.
A large stack of Japanese stones as wall art in a living room.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired theme, featuring a stylish couch and a coffee table adorned with beautiful wall art.

Streamline With Abstract Bamboo Paintings

Modernize boho or tropical spaces with abstract impressionist paintings envisioning swirling bamboo rendered in bold blacks, whites, and greens. The graphic leaf shapes foster energetic movement and flow against neutral walls. Group identical canvases in asymmetrical formations for textural dimension.   

A large Japanese wall art featuring bamboo trees in a room.
A large white couch in a living room.
A large Japanese wall art enhances the serene interior space of a living room, hanging above a couch.
A serene Japanese wall art in a room.

Salute Japanese Craftsmanship with Urushi Art  

The Japanese Urushi tradition of hand-lacquering wood produces incredible depth and luster. Display Urushi-finished artwork like plates, trays, or plaques to inject heirloom soul. The labor-intensive results feature hand-inlaid shells or semi-precious stones for incredible depth and dimension. 

A large round mirror, serving as wall art in a living room.
A Japanese-inspired living room with a large painting of a tree on the wall.
A Japanese red tree on a table in front of an interior window.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired large painting on the wall, adding exquisite wall art to the interior space.

Drape Hand-Dyed Silk Tapestries 

Lend ethereal goddess energy by draping fluid hand-dyed silk tapestries as glowing focal points. The watercolor ombre patterns evoke spirituality and creative musing within mystical spaces. Allow the luxe fabrics to elegantly drape against neutral walls for texture and grace. 

A serene Japanese tapestry acts as elegant wall art, hanging above a couch in a living room.
A vibrant tie dye tapestry adorning the walls of a serene living room, inspired by Japanese aesthetics and serving as contemporary wall art.
A serene living room with a large black and white Japanese wall art.
A serene Japanese living room with a tapestry of a cherry tree as wall art.

Paper Your Walls with Abstract Washi 

Submerge living spaces with the artistry of traditional washi paper by installing full-washi-printed murals. Seek abstract designs screen-printed with watery color blocks. The engulfing floor-to-ceiling installation fosters feelings of being cradled in nature’s beauty.  

A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired wall mural of clouds and waves.
A large Japanese wall art featuring The Great Wave mural in a living room.
A serene living room with a red couch and Japanese wall art.
A living room with red couches and a wall mural featuring Japanese wall art.
A living room with a large and colorful mural on the wall.
A serene living room with a Japanese mural on the wall.

Display Cut Paper Light Box Dioramas

 Enchant a dark hallway or bedroom nook by placing an LED-illuminated cut paper diorama box filled with delicate Japanese themes. The magic glow emanates from behind the intricate knife-cut scene. Peaceful night lighting invites serene pre-bedtime rituals or reading nooks.   

A serene interior space showcasing a miniature Japanese pagoda in a glass box.
A Japanese pagoda transformed into serene wall art, delicately encased within a glass box.
A serene Japanese village captured in wall art, adorned with lights.
Serene Japanese Wall Art in a black frame.
A living room with a large grey couch and a Japanese-style black wall.
A serene living room with a Japanese-inspired couch and a coffee table adorned with beautiful wall art.

Showcase Photography from Kyoto Gardens

Infuse authentic Japanese essence by exhibiting stunning fine art photographs of iconic gardens and landscapes. Seek out images capturing famous sites like vibrant red Japanese maples or the ethereal moss temples of Kyoto. Ensure neutral surroundings allow the images to shine as standalone stars.

A large living room with a Japanese-inspired ambiance, featuring a fireplace and a captivating wall art of a framed waterfall picture.
A large framed picture of a Japanese pagoda adorning the living room wall as exquisite wall art.
A large Japanese pagoda wall art.
A Japanese-inspired living room with wall art and a fireplace.

Paint a Custom Family Crest Mural  

Manifest meaningful ancestral connection by displaying a large-scale custom mural portraying your family crest. Research your heritage, then collaborate with a painter to design an accurate, unique emblem encircled by Japanese maple leaves on wood-paneled walls or canvas.  

A serene living room with a large Japanese wall mural.
A serene Japanese-inspired room with two chairs and a decorative wooden wall art.
Serene Wall Art featuring a Japanese-inspired red tree on a wooden wall.

Upcycle Vintage Matchstick Screens   

Reinvent retired translucent matchstick room screens as stunning framed wall art. Carefully detach the delicate wooden latticework from the Original framework. Professionally flatten and preserve between glass alongside natural elements like dried leaves or petals.   

A blue couch in a serene living room.
A large brown couch in a Japanese-inspired living room with wall art.
A Japanese vase of flowers on a table next to a large painting.
A large black and white framed picture of a tree, serving as serene Japanese wall art for interior spaces.

Display Custom Sumi Ink Couplets  

Celebrate unions like marriages or family bonds by exhibiting custom matching sumi ink couplets. Conceptually linked yet visually distinct, these Quotepowered pieces add meaningful depth when displayed together in entryways or above seating. Traditionally inscribed on long frosted glass panes.

Two serene Chinese calligraphy paintings hang on the wall of a living room, bringing an elegant touch of Wall Art to the space.
A serene living room adorned with Japanese wall art featuring asian calligraphy.
Large Japanese calligraphy on a wall in a living room.
Two Japanese-inspired abstract paintings hanging above a couch in a serene living room adorned with wall art.
Large Chinese calligraphy as Wall Art in a living room.

Accent with Carved Hanging Wood Signs

Define and elevate special spaces like nurseries or studios with customized hanging wood signs. Work with artisans to hand-carve inspirational phrases, lyrics, or kanji symbols into organic edges. Or display laser-etched house blessings above entryways to manifest positive energy.

A large Japanese couch in a living room.
A serene living room with Japanese wall art, couches, and a fireplace.
A large living room with Japanese-inspired wall art, couches, and a coffee table.
A living room with a large Japanese painting on the wall.

Conclusion

Incorporating oversized flat Japanese art introduces a soothing Zen atmosphere brimming with cultural heritage. From auspicious kanji paintings to luminous photography and ink art, these meaningful showpieces provide backdrops for mindful reflection on timeless traditions. Display flat Japanese artworks to spotlight treasured sanctuaries.  

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Outmane is the founder, writer, and managing editor of Quiet Minimal. He has been in the home design industry for over 15 years, working with clients to create beautiful, functional, and comfortable spaces.

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