👉 Japishness is a term used in Japanese literature, art, and culture to describe the aesthetic quality of Japanese art and architecture. It refers to the use of traditional techniques and materials in Japanese art and design, as well as the aesthetic qualities that make it distinct from other cultures. The term "japishness" was coined by the artist and writer Katsushika Hokusai in his 1840s book "The Art of the Japanese Landscape."