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GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma Oil Lighter

A dramatic fusion of traditional Japanese supernatural art and modern Japanese craftsmanship, the GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma Oil Lighter features one of the most famous ghost and yokai images in Japanese art history.

Part of the GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Series, this model showcases The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma, the legendary masterpiece by Utagawa Kuniyoshi. Reproduced in vivid full-color printing on a wild brass body, the artwork captures the unforgettable scene of Princess Takiyasha summoning a gigantic skeleton specter from the darkness.

The warm brass finish enhances the mysterious atmosphere of the original print, transforming this lighter into both a practical everyday tool and a collectible piece of Japanese supernatural art.

Built entirely in Japan, the lighter combines advanced fuel-retention technology with exceptional craftsmanship, delivering reliable performance alongside timeless artistic appeal.

Features

• Official GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Series model
• Features Kuniyoshi’s The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma artwork
• Depicts the famous giant skeleton specter scene
• One of Japan’s most celebrated yokai and ghost images
• Wild brass finish with full-color printing
• GT-ARM evaporation-resistant inner cap system
• Dual-layer stainless steel and brass inner unit
• Approximately 1.5× thicker outer case than many standard oil lighters
• Distinctive hexagonal body design with rounded edges for improved grip
• Smooth opening and closing mechanism
• Long-lasting fuel retention performance
• Made entirely in Japan
• 5-year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Brand: GEAR TOP
• Series: Ukiyo-e Series
• Artwork: The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma
• Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
• Type: Flint Oil Lighter
• Ignition: Flint Wheel
• Fuel Type: Refillable Oil Lighter
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Wild Brass & Full-Color Printing
• Dimensions: Approx. 60 × 39 × 14 mm
• Weight: Approx. 81 g
• Country of Manufacture: Japan
• Packaging: Gift Box Included
• Warranty: 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty

About The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma

The Old Imperial Palace at Sōma is one of the most famous supernatural prints created by Utagawa Kuniyoshi.

The artwork depicts Princess Takiyasha, a legendary sorceress from Japanese folklore, summoning a gigantic skeleton specter to confront her enemies. The enormous skull emerging from the darkness has become one of the most iconic images in Japanese ghost art.

Combining folklore, horror, and dramatic visual storytelling, the print remains one of the defining masterpieces of Japanese yokai culture.

About Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798–1861) was one of the greatest masters of ukiyo-e and is especially celebrated for his warrior prints, legendary heroes, supernatural subjects, and imaginative compositions.

His depictions of ghosts, monsters, and mythical beings remain highly influential and continue to inspire artists, illustrators, and fans of fantasy and horror around the world.

Japanese Yokai & Ukiyo-e

Yokai are supernatural beings, spirits, monsters, and mysterious creatures from Japanese folklore. For centuries, they have appeared in stories, theater, paintings, and woodblock prints, reflecting both cultural beliefs and artistic imagination.

Ukiyo-e artists often used yokai subjects to create dramatic and unforgettable images, and few works are more famous than Kuniyoshi’s giant skeleton specter.

Today, Japanese yokai art remains popular worldwide among collectors, folklore enthusiasts, fantasy fans, and admirers of traditional Japanese culture.

About GEAR TOP

GEAR TOP is a premium Japanese smoking accessory brand created with the goal of placing “the world's finest oil lighter in your pocket.”

Manufactured in collaboration with skilled lighter makers and metalworking factories in Tokyo, each lighter is crafted with a commitment to Japanese quality, durability, and precision.

Its proprietary GT-ARM inner cap significantly reduces fuel evaporation, while the dual-layer stainless steel and brass inner unit improves fuel retention and adds a satisfying weight and feel.