The Attic

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Villefranche (Teppei)

The seafront in the harbour of Villefranche, the historic town on the Mediterranean coast of France. Although this is an accurate representation of the buildings, the lighting and reflection combine to make a scene of fantasy.

Wikipedia article: Villefranche-sur-Mer

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

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An Epoch puzzle: 2016 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E23010 (23-010 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of the waterfront at Mykonos in the Greek islands.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 2016 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E23011 (23-011 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Opal (Teppei)

An Italian atmosphere to this vibrant scene, yet somehow it seems more fantasy than real. The original title is a transcription of the Italian form "Opale."

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 2016 pieces; 500 x 750 mm (20" x 30")
Code: E23021 (23-021 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Caffè Bella Notte (Teppei)

A Mediterranean evening in full swing, the tiny square crammed with tables and diners. The title is taken from the cafe on the square, but there is no specific location. Southern Italy or a fantasy? Who knows...

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued August 2024
An Epoch puzzle: 2016 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E23713 (23-713 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Northern star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of Salzburg in Austria, looking across the historic centre where Mozart was born, and with the castle overlooking from the right.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

This puzzle has the same image printed on both sides.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 2016 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E27106 (27-106 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Portovenere (Teppei)

An atmospheric evening view of the waterfront of this historic town in Liguria - at the eastern end of the Italian Riviera. Founded around two thousand years ago, it was named originally after the goddess Venus: this explains the original title Viinasu no minato, or "Port of Venus". There are some variations - the version on the box is "Porto Vénere" which also appears to be genuine.

Wikipedia article

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 2000 pieces; 1020 x 730 mm (40" x 29")
Code: E22014 (22-014 on package)
Retail price ¥5800

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Florence cathedral star atlas (Teppei)

An almost surreal depiction of the distinctive patterned marble of the cathedral in Florence, with the constellations appearing in the sky.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

This puzzle has TINY pieces!

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued August 2020
An Epoch puzzle: 2000 pieces; 380 x 530 mm (15" x 21")
Code: E54703 (54-703 on package)
Retail price ¥2800

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Portovenere (Teppei)

An atmospheric evening view of the waterfront of this historic town in Liguria - at the eastern end of the Italian Riviera. Founded around two thousand years ago, it was named originally after the goddess Venus: this explains the original title Viinasu no minato, or "Port of Venus". There are some variations - the version on the box is "Porto Vénere" which also appears to be genuine.

Wikipedia article

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

This puzzle has TINY pieces!

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued March 2020
An Epoch puzzle: 2000 pieces; 530 x 380 mm (21" x 15")
Code: E54704 (54-704 on package)
Retail price ¥2800

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Moonlight rhythm (Teppei)

A seafront bathed in moonlight, as the original title Gekkōyoku suggests... and we seem to be on a Greek island, perhaps Mykonos?

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1518 pieces; 1020 x 340 mm (40" x 13")
Code: E18007 (18-007 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Winter wonderland (Teppei)

Most of Teppei's pictures are from southern Europe, but this for a change is the north of France, Amiens to be precise. The snow is falling on the historical transport hub of the city, Quai Bélu, in the Saint-Leu district, which has recently been converted into a fashionable area for bistros, pubs, and the rest.

Google maps shows the ancient canal in the heart of the city, and with some of the user photos you can identify the buildings in Teppei's painting.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued March 2021
An Epoch puzzle: 1518 pieces; 1020 x 340 mm (40" x 13")
Code: E18008 (18-008 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Honfleur (Teppei)

The lively harbour in this town in Normandy, northern France, with the moon setting...

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1518 pieces; 1020 x 340 mm (40" x 13")
Code: E18012 (18-012 on package)
Retail price ¥3000

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Plaza Mayor (Teppei)

The main square of an unknown town in Spain, full of comings and goings, and in Teppei's usual vibrant style.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued May 2019
An Epoch puzzle: 1518 pieces; 1020 x 340 mm (40" x 13")
Code: E18701 (18-701 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Saint Tropez (Teppei)

A typical Teppei study in reflections, this time the harbour at Saint Tropez on the French Riviera.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued May 2019
An Epoch puzzle: 1518 pieces; 1020 x 340 mm (40" x 13")
Code: E18703 (18-703 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Plaza Mayor (left) (Teppei)

The main square of an unknown town in Spain, full of comings and goings, and in Teppei's usual vibrant style.

This forms the left half of a panoramic view, together with puzzle E56012.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1014 pieces; 530 x 380 mm (21" x 15")
Code: E56011 (56-011 on package)
Retail price ¥2000

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Plaza Mayor (right) (Teppei)

The main square of an unknown town in Spain, full of comings and goings, and in Teppei's usual vibrant style.

This forms the right half of a panoramic view, together with puzzle E56011.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1014 pieces; 530 x 380 mm (21" x 15")
Code: E56012 (56-012 on package)
Retail price ¥2000

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Bremen travelling fairground (Teppei)

Teppei's inimitable painting with light, but here a slightly different style. The diffused lights of the fairground rides give a soft-focus effect to the foreground figures, including the lone waiting dog.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued February 2019
An Epoch puzzle: 1000 pieces; 500 x 750 mm (20" x 30")
Code: E13010 (13-010 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Cadaqués 2010 (Teppei)

A classic Teppei painting in light, of this Spanish tourist destination, once a sleepy fishing village.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued July 2020
An Epoch puzzle: 1000 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E13011 (13-011 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Magic hour (Teppei)

An amusement park by the seashore provides a wonderful display of light and reflection, contrasting with the peacefully seated viewers on the rocks.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued July 2020
An Epoch puzzle: 1000 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E13023 (13-023 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of the waterfront at Mykonos in the Greek islands.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1000 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E13212 (13-212 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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Northern star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of Salzburg in Austria, looking across the historic centre where Mozart was born, and with the castle overlooking from the right.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
An Epoch puzzle: 1000 pieces; 750 x 500 mm (30" x 20")
Code: E13223 (13-223 on package)
Retail price ¥3900

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December tea room (Teppei)

A warm Christmassy scene, perhaps in North America. Through the window – "TEA ROOM" it says – we see a bright but cold winter scene...

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued May 2019
An Epoch puzzle: 500 pieces; 530 x 380 mm (21" x 15")
Code: E07704 (07-704 on package)
Retail price ¥2800

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Southern star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of the waterfront at Mykonos in the Greek islands.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued August 2024
An Epoch puzzle: 500 pieces; 530 x 380 mm (21" x 15")
Code: E07705 (07-705 on package)
Retail price ¥2800

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Getreidegasse (Teppei)

A view along the busy shopping street in the old part of Salzburg, Austria. Mozart was born at number 9, Getreidegasse.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued May 2021
An Epoch puzzle: 420 pieces; 182 x 515 mm (7" x 20")
Code: E52511 (52-511 on package)
Retail price ¥2200

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Artists' alley (Teppei)

This quaint little alley is in the mediaeval town of St. Paul de Vence, in the south of France, which has become a hideaway for artists and art enthusiasts.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This puzzle has smaller pieces than the standard size.

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued May 2020
An Epoch puzzle: 420 pieces; 182 x 515 mm (7" x 20")
Code: E52512 (52-512 on package)
Retail price ¥2200

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Northern star atlas (Teppei)

A fantastic scene - the constellations in the sky include not only the stars, but also the characters they were seen to represent in ancient times - yet this is clearly recognisable as a view of Salzburg in Austria, looking across the historic centre where Mozart was born, and with the castle overlooking from the right.

Born in Hyogo prefecture in 1954, Teppei earned a degree in commercial design from Musashino Art University, to begin a successful career as an illustrator. He has also had many exhibitions of his own work, in which European scenes in particular are prominent.

Sasakura is his family name - he signs his pictures "Teppei S."

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

Permanently unavailable
Discontinued July 2018
An Apollo puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: P48906 (48-906 on package)
Retail price ¥2000

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