The Floating Masquerade: A Ukiyo-e Coloring Book of Traditional Masks in a surreal past and future

Step Beyond the Veil: Where Ancient Folklore Meets Cyberpunk Fantasy.

Welcome to a Japan that exists only in the space between dreams and reality.

Following the success of The Night Parade, this highly anticipated second volume in the series invites you deeper into the spirit realm. In The Floating Masquerade, the veil between worlds has dissolved completely. The humans are gone, replaced by a cast of spirits wearing detailed traditional masks—Kitsune, Hannya, Tengu, and Hyottoko—living out lives that defy logic.

Your journey is split into two distinct eras. First, travel back to The Edo Echo, a time of quiet temples and woodblock-print landscapes where magic is wild and organic. Then, fast-forward to The Neon Pulse, a gritty modern metropolis where ancient spirits navigate crowded subways, tangled power lines, and neon-lit arcades.

Whether you are a fan of Japanese mythology, intricate line art, or surreal storytelling, this book offers an immersive escape into a world where the impossible becomes everyday.

Why You Will Love This Book:

• 30 Surreal Illustrations: Explore a curated collection of 30 high-complexity images. From a demon blacksmith hammering liquid metal to a fox spirit rushing through a Shibuya scramble crossing, every page offers a unique, surreal narrative.

• Immersive Storytelling & Cultural Insight: This is more than just a picture book. Every single illustration is paired with a narrative description and a cultural note, giving you fascinating context about the yokai, masks, and historical settings featured in the art. Learn while you color.

• Two Worlds in One: Enjoy a diverse coloring experience with the book’s dual structure. Part 1 focuses on historical nature and tradition, while Part 2 offers edgy, detailed urban environments and cyberpunk aesthetics.

• High-Quality Art for Adults: Every page is rendered in crisp, clean black ink on white backgrounds. There is no grayscale or shading—just precise, high-definition line art designed for markers, fine liners, and colored pencils.