In particular, the exhibition of pieces at the world fairs (international expositions) of the mid-19th century, shed light on Japanese art (including ukiyoe woodblock prints, works of the Rinpa School and crafts), which influenced impressionist and Art Nouveau artists.
特に19世紀中頃の万国博覧会（国際博覧会）へ出品などをきっかけに、日本美術（浮世絵、琳派、工芸品など）が注目され、印象派やアール・ヌーヴォーの作家たちに影響を与えた。