Mokuhankan Japanese Prints - 2022 Update

[@JMadLabs]

The only business update video I look forward to every year. Well done Mokuhankan team!

[@Victor-ij5fe]

Dave’s passion and work is inspirational. Netflix has to make a documentary about woodblock print making with you in it. History forsure, best of luck in the year to come.

[@eric0302]

Seen "art of the game"?

[@GoreTheSummoner]

jesus does people on the west learn about the world only from netflix? does netflix have to cover everything so the masses get the see the things. cmon..

[@Victor-ij5fe]

@@GoreTheSummoner Netflix tells stories, fact or fiction. Not an east or west thing but I see your point of view. Whatever story they tell is up to the viewer to decide on how they want to interpret, but Dave is already immortalized by KZbin, a western based company.

[@craiglarsen892]

That is an awful idea. Let Dave tell his story the way he wants.

[@testing1567]

@@GoreTheSummoner No, their just generally good at writing documentaries.

[@zieg0r]

Whenever I happen to finally make my "bucket list" trip to Japan, I am SO visiting Asakusa and your shop. All the best to you and your team, Dave and once again, thank you for your transparency and your gregarious presentation style.

[@WhamBamBoozler]

So glad that you are back to being open and people can once again come in and enjoy the amazing work you and your staff do!

[@feignedconcerns4208]

david your a fountain of inspiration

[@GinkoHanga]

Thank you Mr Bull for sharing this. Im really excited to see this project through to its fruition! Exciting project this year! socks are strewn about my room, every last one prematurely blown off in anticipation.

[@seseragistudio]

Taran-san, thank you for the 'respect', but please, I'm 'Dave' ... :-)

[@xSpcManSpiffx]

So happy you're finally open. Never should have been locked down beyond 2 weeks.

[@scottie_2024]

Its a testament to your skill at this that I had no idea you used a teleprompter!

[@rodrigofigueiredo8597]

It is great to seeing this business grow. Your passion of the craft and the great artists on your team is one of my favorite things about your channel. Keep going on strong!

[@dayaralattar54]

As soon as he started talking about inflation and supply chain issues, I knew he was keeping the price the same 😁. The world needs more honest professionals like david bull.

[@HarrIock]

I love these end of year updates. Even on their own they are so entertaining.

[@donsimons9810]

i don’t even care about the prints but want to buy them cause I like this guy so much. I literally want to fly to Japan to have a convo with him lol

[@artfromtheheart4391]

I was shocked to learn Dave san was thinking about pulling the plug on the shop but equally thrilled he persevered. I only discovered Dave san's videos a month ago but I am in awe of his work and of his humble charisma. I honestly believe that Mokuhankan will thrive, more people will discover these videos and fall in love with the serentity of the art and practice of Ukiyoe. I wish Dave san and everyone else at Mokuhankan a wonderful Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Thank you for everything you do ♥

[@vulcanlastshelter4571]

You should definitely see his twitch stream then.

[@artfromtheheart4391]

@@vulcanlastshelter4571 I have managed to catch the last 5 or 6 streams. It's so relaxing to watch.

[@themagickalmagickman]

back for 2022, looking forward for 2023. Hoping for a good year

[@Greystorm1619]

A collab with the British Museum is no joke!! Congrats to the Mokuhankan team, y'all deserve it!

[@Stokie09123]

This time 12 months ago David, I praised your incredible alacrity to save your fantastic, unique and wonderful business it was so amazing. This year, just allow me to say how happy I am that you are reaping the rewards of your innovation and commitment to your craft, business and staff. It’s so inspiring.

[@PetrikNZ]

Sitting here recovering from Covid, I wouldn't be worried about being late on delivery. You're still in operation, many aren't. The art survives, a new generation is getting trained. We cannot lose this tradition and you're making sure of that. One year to two years, what's the difference? Attention to detail and quality above speed of delivery is what makes your work so great.

[@windmill1965]

18:41 Congratulations Dave on exceeding the ichi-oku-en level (9 digits)! I visited your shop multiple times over the years before the pandemic (and once had a print party there, which was lots of fun). I'm looking forward to visit again soon, hopefully in the coming few weeks.

[@rknowling]

"we interupt this programme" haha We are so lucky that Dave continues to teach us about woodblock printmaking! and it is just so fascinating to see the different style with which Taran carves! :)

[@bluepandaman]

I’ve been watching these business updates for years.

[@MajinRinzler]

Been watching for quite a while and seeing someone so passionate about something so sacred and beautiful is truly inspiring during tough times! Please keep going, you have support. 👍

[@zacharyavery6082]

I'm sure I speak for many of us when I say that David Bull has drastically changed (for the better) my worldview on global art and culture, especially Japanese woodblock prints. Now, I'm an amateur woodblock artist myself! Thank you David for your incredible efforts.

[@BoBo-is9nm]

Love these videos, and meeting him this year was crazy.

[@LemonCamel]

I've been watching since probably 2015 and can't put into words what it feels like when I see you've uploaded. 物の哀れ I suppose is the best

[@nataliejones5548]

Just ordered my first print after watching you for years, Dave. Thank you!

[@SlightlyEMPowner]

I took a Japanese prints class a couple of years ago in college and one of Dave's prints was featured! I gladly pointed it out and told people about his KZbin and Patreon. Famous across the world!

[@FreezerKing]

Dave, you'll be pleased to know that the Manitoba weather is as frigid as ever, -44 with the windchill a few days ago. And yet we persevere, much as your shop and your team have through a pretty nasty period of history, and we're all the better for it. Happy New Year!

[@Dr_Mel]

An invaluable service deserves everything it gets. Thank you, David and your incredible team.

[@manualASMR]

This is my favourite KZbin channel; I'm so glad I found it - from 'remembering a carver' to 2023, I am fully invested in Dave's adventures! He is like the wise old uncle I never had.

[@pro0n]

Looking healthier and almost glowing here noticeably more than he has in previous videos -- much love over there, Dave

[@yawobi5083]

Glad you're back and open for walk-in business. Much prosperity to you all for 2023.

[@adamwest8711]

You’re never alone Dave. Too many people across the world hold you in their hearts.

[@VideoPine]

Best asmr in town 👍

[@cherokeefit4248]

The random videos KZbin brings us is a blessing in disguise. People like this guy deserve to live away from the insanity of the world we we live in.

[@christopherlo9446]

the pants story is very heartwarming lol

[@dylangrieveable]

So cool that you showed the inside scoop at the end, on how you make these videos. Such a hard worker, amazing craftsman, and amazing storyteller. Keep up the awesome work.

[@shankararhuddlan270]

I love the behind the scenes, it shows the hard work, planning and dedication that we all appreciate and enjoy! Thank you David and team for all that you do, keep up the amazing work! I hope to someday own and cherish a piece of your legacy! Take care!

[@Artractive_]

It’s a good day when David posts!! So excited to watch this after work, I’m really excited to order some prints in the new year! :) Stay safe and have a merry Christmas to all the team!

[@dythe7858]

Happy holiday and super great to see you again on KZbin.

[@popzapx]

Hi David, Thanks for the update. I am so happy that you and your team are doing well and that your Asakusa store is open again. I am hoping to visit your store in person again at the end of 2023. Wishing you and your team a safe and successful 2023.

[@kojote]

To you, your family and your employees, a merry Christmas and a happy new year

[@allewis4008]

Updates from this channel are like visits from an old friend

[@RicardoSanchez-es5wl]

Your perseverance and work ethic are incredible!

[@vanessathenavigator]

So happy that you are still around ❤

[@elimgerman]

So glad to see the shop is thriving! Blessings to you all

[@domingo2534]

I started my woodprint journey some months ago and your channel has become a staple, I am so glad to see the workshop doing well.

[@robinpropst]

So intresting to see Dave in this more formal format (compared to the more informal twicht-arena) . Also - nice interludes and behind-the-scenes content. I Am so psyched for the Hokosai Reborn series, cant wait.

[@benoitb.3679]

Yes! I didn't miss it! I've just subscribed! Can't wait to make the first payment. I've been watching your videos for years but never managed to make the subscription roster. I'm so excited to hold one in my own hands! Looking forward to the rest of this series. Thank you David and all at Mokuhankan :)

[@benoitb.3679]

Payment made! Looking forward to receiving it! I'll update here once I get it

[@TheBrutaline]

This turning out to be a thing to look forward to each year. Good luck for the next year as well.

[@robert_b_chromebrito5190]

Hello David, from chilly South Florida: Congratulations on your wonderful news: Mokuhankan is open again. We'll make sure, next time we are in Tokyo, to visit your store and, possibly, the studios . You are a visionary and a craftsman extraordinaire. I also congratulate you and your associates on the wonderful news of your association with the British Museum to bring Hokusai's designs to life. Fantastic!

[@5chr4pn3ll]

Always a joy to watch these update videos. And equally joyful to see that things are going well.

[@matthewmcdonnell7723]

Wonderful News!! Great presentation. Excellent and fascinating work Best New Year wishes to you and the whole team. Thank you again !!

[@jmhaddon]

Lovely to see the shop open again and the work continuing. Thanks to Dave for this inspiring AGM

[@stevenburgos9127]

Im so glad I stumbled upon this channel. Your life is so interesting and your work is breathtaking 😁😁

[@vanessathenavigator]

Just signed up for A Kyoto Journey ❤ I’ll remember my time in Kyoto for the rest of my life, I rented a bike there and just explored all over. I get a feeling these prints will tug my heartstrings.

[@vanessathenavigator]

Also, it gives me great joy to know my Patreon donation helped you keep the shop open! Thank you for that update!

[@begoodification]

Can't wait to visit the shop next winter.

[@masimololez8122]

Is always nice to see that sometime you love is doing well ❤, thanks for everything Dave

[@mikee4689]

Thank you for your hard work this year, Mokuhankan!

[@NormDeMoss]

We missed y'all!

[@vinaysoni2032]

Glad to see you back open!

[@nzlemming]

Impressive progress on the weight-loss, David.

[@Javid_74]

Congratulations on your fitness goals Dave!

[@thomasspicer4130]

I have watched your videos for years you are a brilliant artist thank you for showing the world how you create your work marry Christmas and good fortune to you for the coming new year 2023 🥳

[@HaliburtonHound]

🇨🇦 Good to hear from you again Mr bull!

[@Lilith_2191]

Im so glad Dave and his team survived covid! Yay for expert craftsmen and small businesses.

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

Thank you!

[@korterkaks]

I just had this brilliant idea for a way-off future series, you should do one that either parodies, references or replicates classic cinema shots, iconic kino stuff in ukiyo-e or shin-hanga, I would absolutely buy a series like that up 10-fold. The most beautiful and iconic shots but carved and printed in a different style would be unimaginably cool.

[@Nefville]

Very glad to see the business is doing well, wish you even more success in the future. Happy Holidays.

[@matthewthompson5655]

Looking forward to visiting the shop this weekend 🗼👍🏻

[@RigadonRick]

A true master of their craft. Your skill, vision, presentation & even video editing is absolutely fantastic. I always thoroughly enjoy your videos. Wishing you a happy, healthy New Year to you & your team! All the very best for 2023

[@JJ-zg1hh]

Great update, thanks and best wishes to Dave and the team!

[@kaiyo00]

Hey Dave, was a pleasure meeting you around a month ago now. Glad to hear that the shop is doing well, it was rather quiet when we were there. The print made it home safely with us to Australia and looks great! Thanks again for your dinner recommendation also (even if it was a bit busy haha)

[@powcomp]

Wonderful! Glad to see the shop is up and running again :)

[@powerfrenzy]

My favorite video of the year 😁. I love the data and charts. Too bad (for my tastes) that the 1st series sounds like it'll be all monotone. But it will be interesting to have the option with 2 series simultaneously. I wonder if it won't be the same amount of work doing two at once as it would've been trying to do the just the 1st monthly. Good luck! Anyways, Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays & Happy New Years to you, Ayano-san, and the rest of the team. I have a good feeling about next year ☺️

[@seseragistudio]

The two series will run with separate 'teams': the Kyoto prints will be carved by Kawasaki-san (our carver who lives in Kobe), who wouldn't be able to do them one per month, but can handle a bi-monthly pace. And the other factor is the printing team, who wouldn't have enough work with just the Hokusai prints (which will be two blocks each), but who will have plenty to do given this alternating pattern of production. It has been a bit complicated trying to knit it all together, to keep everybody busy, but not overwhelmed.

[@tonywatson987]

Dave-san, thank you so much for the link to Taran-san's video - what super work for a first video - subbed!

[@justinherbert9146]

Great to see you Dave and so happy to hear your store has re-opened!

[@brollin728]

Love your videos and all your work, Dave. I watch you weekly on Twitch and appreciate all you do.

[@GlassesnMouthplates]

I feel really bad for missing out on this video when it was uploaded last year/month but given that things aren't going well with myself now, I'm glad that I get to watch it today and be both cheered up and remotivated by Dave's presentation and the positive updates of Mokuhankan. I know I've been wanting to do it since 2019 but once I become a bit more financially stable again, I'm going to apply for any of the subscription prints.

[@madeofnapalm]

Some day your work will take it's rightful place at the world museums across the world

[@stojfanss7570]

Adobe Illustrator does amazing auto image tracing. And you can adjust thresholds, levels etc. to get it vector. Do some tweaks on tracing settings. Then you can edit final image like ad or delete lines.. takes about few minutes to some hours. Just a tip... (Then you can shrink or blow up pictures as much as you want.)

[@stuartleighton]

This is currently my favorite channel, and would love to visit the place when China finally makes international travel possible again.

[@friday19652]

Wonderful video, as always! And the jeans look great! :)

[@petergraham2788]

Thank you Dave! Best wishes to you and all the Mokuhankan Family from a proud Patreon in Winnipeg!

[@genorpg20]

Im so glad I was up this late to be able to jump on one of the two subscription sets, I’m extremely excited!!!

[@kimaji]

Hi, thanks for your work. Sorry if this comes off as rude, but please get yourself checked at a hospital. My grandpa recently passed away the day before he was getting checked, from a heart attack. He was rather stubborn about not wanting to go and get himself checked, which caused him to die early. I really hope that you can reassure yourself that your body is fine and doing well. Even though it can seem like everything is fine, sometimes the issues are not visible until it is too late. Thank you again, and hope everything continues to be well!

[@seseragistudio]

Actually, Japan is pretty good at this. At my age, I _do_ get regular checkups, and - because of a previous medical episode - I am looked-over at a major hospital once every three months. Thanks for the concern ...

[@SFaPiL2]

David Bull is a national treasure

[@DDMco123]

You look great in those jeans dave! Best wishes

[@DrMillerfan]

Such a lovely video! So excited about the year ahead. Loved the behind the scenes shots at the end. Best wishes Dave and Co

[@RogerG92]

happy to hear !!!

[@342Rodry]

glad to see another video!

[@leesponenberg5907]

Great video and good luck next year!!!!!

[@vividlabskp]

Thanks for the update Dave! Please enjoy your carving time over the holidays. (I must say the jeans story gave me a "belly" laugh ;-)

[@theden0minat0r]

Woohoo! I’m so happy! You are back open.

[@lolbenz]

Love feeling like a shareholder again :)

[@kojote]

I'd buy shares directly

[@JordanHh]

Glad to see your doing good Dave! Best of luck!

[@benfeld4058]

I'm just waiting for the notification about the new ASMR channel.

[@RikerLovesWorf]

Love these updates! I hope to visit Mokuhankan (again) in the near future.

[@andrewserna28]

Thank you for your art

[@BMW-sd6nn]

What a treat! Hope to visit in march!

[@pamelasorrells2187]

Great video update Dave!

[@EastWindCommunity1973]

It would be so cool to buy one of those "proof prints" on the cat project! See the difference and discernment in quality. Hope they are saved somewhere! Great job, everyone!