FAQ

In short: as long as you don’t redistribute or sell the files “as-is,” you can use them freely for most purposes.

No credit is required. If you choose to include one, please use “UkiyoeStock.”

Yes, absolutely. You’re free to use them for commercial purposes.

Yes. You may edit, modify, or combine them as you like.

Yes, you can use them on any platform or medium.

Yes, you’re welcome to use them for any international or global project.

Yes. All materials are based on public-domain works and can be used commercially worldwide.

Sorry, redistribution of the materials without significant editing or modification (including minimal edits) is not allowed.

Sorry, selling the materials without significant editing or modification (including minimal edits) is not allowed.

No. Using the materials for training AI models (machine learning, deep learning, etc.) is prohibited.

No. Creating or selling NFTs using the materials is not permitted.

Please contact us through the inquiry form and include the image number of the material you need. For requests involving five or more items, please allow a few days for us to respond.

No. You can purchase and download without creating an account.

Taxes may be applied depending on your country and payment provider.

Digital products are non-refundable in accordance with EU consumer regulations.

AI files are saved in CS6 format and compatible with most modern versions of Adobe Illustrator.

The free version is a medium-size transparent PNG. The Premium Version includes an extra-large transparent PNG and a vector file (EPS or AI).

For materials published on or after September 27, 2021:
Version: AI CS6
Color mode: RGB

For materials published on or before September 26, 2021:
Version: Illustrator CS2 EPS (some CS EPS)
Color mode: RGB

Monochrome / Color materials:
Layers: 1 (no separate coloring objects; outlines and filled areas are not separated)

Colored version:
Layers: 2 (line art + coloring layer)

It varies by material. The free version is around 400px on the long side, and the Premium Version is around 3000–4000px on the long side.

We’re very sorry. You can also save the correct file by right-clicking the image on the material page and selecting “Save image as…”. If possible, please let us know through the contact form.

For free materials, you can also save the file by right-clicking the image on the material page and selecting “Save image as…”.

Yes, you can. However, the save location depends on your device and environment, so we cannot provide specific guidance.

You can pay by credit card (VISA, JCB, MasterCard, American Express) or PayPal. Depending on your device settings, Apple Pay and Google Pay may also be available.

After your payment is completed, a download link for the Premium Version files will appear on the screen. Click the link and save the files to your preferred location.

You will also receive an automatic email titled “Your UkiyoeStock order is complete,” which includes the same download link.

Please note: the download link is valid for 3 days and up to 3 downloads. Be sure to save the files within the time limit.

Please contact us at info[at]ukiyoestock.com.

You can re-download the Premium Version files using the link in the “Your UkiyoeStock order is complete” email.

Please note: the link is valid for 3 days and up to 3 downloads.

Please contact us through the inquiry form. Use the same email address you used for your purchase, and include your name and order number (if available). After verification, we will send you a new download link.

No. The Premium Version is a one-time purchase with no usage expiration. You may use the materials for different projects without buying again.

However, the download link is valid for only 3 days and up to 3 downloads.

Yes. We can issue a simple invoice upon request. Please include your preferred billing name, order number, and the name you entered at checkout.

If the Premium Version material you purchased was published before September 26, 2021, please contact us after your purchase. We will send you an AI (CS6) file by email. This is handled individually and may take a few days.

We’re very sorry. We will send you a new file by email. Please reply to your order confirmation email or contact us through the inquiry form.

We’re very sorry. We will send the correct file by email. Please reply to the order confirmation email or contact us through the inquiry form.

We’re sorry, but refunds are not available due to the nature of digital products. Please check the material carefully before purchasing.

No. Since the materials are based on public-domain works, exclusive sales are not available.

We’re sorry, but we do not accept requests for creating original illustrations. However, you are welcome to share our materials with other illustrators as reference for style or design.

You can reach us through the contact form.

We usually reply within 24 hours, but it may take a few days on holidays or due to other circumstances.

UkiyoeStock is a website that digitizes public-domain ukiyo-e and old books as illustration materials, and distributes or sells them. All materials can be used freely for commercial and copyright-free purposes.

No. All materials on our site are created from actual ukiyo-e and yamato-e artworks drawn before the Meiji era (most before the Edo period). However, to improve usability as design materials, composition, layout, or colors may be adjusted.