(魚拓, from gyo “fish” + taku “stone impression”)

Overhead view of someone sketching detailed fish illustrations on white paper.
gyotaku

Gyotaku (魚拓, from gyo “fish” + taku “stone impression”) is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish. It is done by applying ink directly onto the fish followed by laying paper or fabric on top. By gently running your fingers across the fish, the ink is transferred to the fabric resulting in a beautiful and accurate representation of the fish

we offer originals and scanned prints

Gyotaku (魚拓, from gyo “fish” + taku “stone impression”) is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish. It is done by applying ink directly onto the fish followed by laying paper or fabric on top. By gently running your fingers across the fish, the ink is transferred to the fabric resulting in a beautiful and accurate representation of the fish

Hand holding paintbrush applying dark paint with precise brushstrokes.
Hands using scissors to precisely cut through light colored material.

Your custom print

Close-up of hands preparing fresh fish on white cutting surface.

Additionally, we offer custom prints, allowing customers to have their own catches immortalized in a personalized gyotaku print. This process not only preserves the memory of a special catch but also provides a creative and meaningful way for anglers to share their catch.

Cross sections of a black and white illustration showing different fish types and production text at top.
Vintage black and white drawing of various species of fish including rockfish, pufferfish and other marine creatures.
Detailed black and white scientific fish illustration showing multiple fish species with intricate skeletal features.
Four black and white drawings of fish species arranged in a horizontal row with detailed anatomical features.
Black and white vintage decorative fish graphics arranged in a horizontal banner pattern.