Evening Bell of Dojoji (Dojoji no bansho), no. 1 from the series "Eight Views of Children (Osana hakkei)" c. 1764

"Evening Bell of Dojoji (Dojoji no bansho)" is the first print in Torii Kiyomitsu’s series "Eight Views of Children (Osana hakkei)", created around 1764. The woodblock print depicts a group of women dressed in elaborate kimonos, seated on a flight of steps with a large bell hanging from a nearby tree. The women are playing various musical instruments, creating a lively scene. The title refers to the famous Buddhist temple, Dojo-ji, known for its large bell, a common theme in Japanese folklore. The print showcases Kiyomitsu's skilled use of line and detail, capturing the elegant beauty of the Edo period.