GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Three Beauties of the Kansei Era Oil Lighter – Utamaro Bijin-ga Art Made in Japan

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GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Three Beauties of the Kansei Era Oil Lighter

A graceful fusion of traditional Japanese beauty art and modern Japanese craftsmanship, the GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Three Beauties of the Kansei Era Oil Lighter features one of the most celebrated masterpieces of ukiyo-e portraiture.

Part of the GEAR TOP Ukiyo-e Series, this model showcases Three Beauties of the Kansei Era, the iconic work by Kitagawa Utamaro. Reproduced in vivid full-color printing on a wild brass body, the artwork captures the elegance, refinement, and timeless beauty that made Utamaro one of the most admired artists of the Edo period.

The warm brass finish complements the delicate colors and subtle expressions of the original print, transforming this lighter into both a practical everyday item and a collectible piece of Japanese cultural 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 Utamaro’s Three Beauties of the Kansei Era artwork
• One of the most famous examples of Japanese bijin-ga (beauty prints)
• 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: Three Beauties of the Kansei Era
• Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro
• 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 Three Beauties of the Kansei Era

Three Beauties of the Kansei Era is one of the most famous bijin-ga (beauty prints) in Japanese art history.

Created by Kitagawa Utamaro in the late eighteenth century, the artwork portrays three celebrated women of Edo-period Japan. Utamaro’s mastery of facial expression, graceful composition, and subtle individuality elevated portrait prints into a sophisticated art form admired throughout Japan.

Today, the image remains one of the defining masterpieces of ukiyo-e and an enduring symbol of Japanese elegance and refinement.

About Kitagawa Utamaro

Kitagawa Utamaro (c.1753–1806) was one of the greatest masters of ukiyo-e and is especially renowned for his portraits of women.

His innovative compositions and sensitive depictions of beauty transformed the genre of bijin-ga, influencing both Japanese artists and later Western collectors. Utamaro’s works continue to be celebrated in major museums and collections around the world.

Japanese Ukiyo-e Art

Ukiyo-e, meaning “pictures of the floating world,” is one of Japan’s most influential art forms. Flourishing during the Edo period (1603–1868), ukiyo-e woodblock prints captured scenes of daily life, landscapes, actors, warriors, and legendary tales with remarkable detail and artistic expression.

Today, ukiyo-e remains admired worldwide and continues to inspire collectors, artists, and enthusiasts across generations.

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.