The Water's Surface at Misaka in Kai Province c. 1834 - 1837

Hokumyō crafted this woodblock print, showcasing the water's surface at Misaka in Kai Province. Dominating the composition, Mount Fuji rises, a potent symbol in Japanese culture, embodying aspiration, sacredness, and national identity. The mountain's enduring image transcends mere geography, resonating deeply within the collective psyche. The mountain motif, like an ancient memory, echoes across epochs and cultures, recalling the ziggurats of Mesopotamia or the pyramids of Egypt—monumental forms aspiring to the heavens. This symbolic ascent speaks to humanity’s innate desire for transcendence. The continuous return and reinvention of this symbol reveal the enduring power of archetypes. Mount Fuji, in its serene majesty, connects us to a lineage of shared cultural and psychological experiences, evolving through time, yet forever anchored in the depths of human consciousness.