A landmark piece of anime history, this original 1969 Japanese theatrical poster documents a pivotal moment in Japanese cinema when animation pushed decisively into adult, experimental territory. Produced for Maruhi Gekki Ukiyo-e, the first R-18–rated anime film, the poster reflects the film’s controversial reception and brief 10-day theatrical run. In B2 format (51 × 73 cm), it stands as a rare visual record from a period when animation began challenging cultural and artistic boundaries.

The film itself is a supernatural thriller set in Edo-period Japan, following an ukiyo-e artist commissioned to paint an erotic folding screen—only to discover that the figures within come alive with murderous intent. Blending classical Japanese aesthetics with eroticism and horror, the work explores artistic creation and its consequences. This poster captures that bold convergence of tradition and transgression, making it an essential collectible for serious anime historians and vintage poster collectors seeking authentic artifacts from Japan’s experimental film era.