What steps are in the Japanese woodblock printing process?

The Japanese woodblock printing process involves several key steps: first, an artist creates a design that is then transferred onto a soft paper or a woodblock. Next, the image is carved into the woodblock by skilled craftsmen, leaving raised surfaces that will hold ink. After carving, the block is inked and pressed onto paper to create the print, often using multiple blocks for different colors. Finally, the prints are carefully dried and can be hand-finished or trimmed as needed.