👉 Surmullets is a term used in Japanese literature, particularly during the 19th century. It refers to an elaborate and ornate display of paper or other materials that is made for use in a literary or theatrical performance. In this context, "surmullets" are typically used to describe the elaborate stage designs that were common in plays, operas, and ballets at the time. These designs included elaborate costumes, sets, props, and sets of various types of animals, plants