# Macabre Asian Art Toshio Saeki Brings Back Traditional Japanese Shunga Illustrations By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshio-saeki References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2011/01/07/toshio-saeki/) & [toshiosaeki](http://toshiosaeki.com/) Toshio Saeki is a modern-day shunga artist with a fascinating portfolio. Shunga art describes traditional [Japanese erotic painted scrolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-junji-ito) predating the Ukio-e movement. Most of Toshio Saeki's work follows the arts tradition by depicting various characters expressing sexual desire. But his artistic skill isn't limited; the gallery above shows other bizarre and disturbing pieces he's done. Saeki is a talented individual who has brought back an [old art with a modern approach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kasashima-gallery). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern-day Shunga Art:** There is a growing trend of modern artists revitalizing traditional Japanese erotic art forms like shunga, creating new and provocative works. - **Bizarre and Disturbing Art:** Artists like Toshio Saeki are pushing boundaries and exploring the realm of shock value, creating disruptive art that challenges societal norms and expectations. - **Revitalizing Ancient Art Practices:** There is a trend of artists reimagining and reviving ancient art forms, creating opportunities for innovation by merging traditional techniques and contemporary concepts. ### Where This Applies - **Contemporary Art:** The contemporary art industry can embrace disruptive innovation by supporting and promoting artists who push the boundaries of traditional artistic norms and explore unconventional themes. - **Erotic Art:** The erotic art industry has the potential for disruptive innovation by incorporating modern elements and exploring new mediums or interpretations of traditional erotic art forms. - **Cultural Preservation:** The cultural preservation industry can benefit from embracing disruptive innovation by finding new ways to honor and revive ancient art practices, ensuring their relevance in the modern world. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Destructive Nature Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keita-miyazaki.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Manga-Style Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisashi-eguchi.md) - [Vibrant Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japonisme-1.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [CG Technology Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cg-technology-art-exhbition.md) - [Bi-Culture-Inspired Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicultureinspired-art-exhibition.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md)