Sanshusha Black Playing Cards

Born from Sanshusha, a printing house with over a century of history and deep ties to Japanese literary culture.

From Shirakaba to Subaru, its presses once carried the words of renowned writers, leaving behind a legacy where literature and craftsmanship intertwine.

This black edition transforms that heritage into design—proofreading marks, typesetting symbols, and intentional “errors” are woven across the card faces.

Misaligned suits, altered numbers, and subtly changed court cards echo the beauty of the printing process itself, making this deck a fascinating tribute to the art of print.

Printed by USPCC.