Hōjō Takatoki, Lord of Sagami, Warding Off Tengu with His Fan 1883

"Hōjō Takatoki, Lord of Sagami, Warding Off Tengu with His Fan" is a woodblock print from the series "One Hundred Ghost Tales" by renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. The print depicts the legendary warrior Hōjō Takatoki, who is using his fan to ward off the monstrous Tengu, mythical creatures with long noses and wings. Yoshitoshi's dynamic composition and bold colors bring the supernatural tale to life, highlighting the power and resilience of the human spirit in the face of fear. This print exemplifies the genre of *ukiyo-e* (pictures of the floating world) and captures the artistic style of the late Edo period with its vibrant depiction of folklore and the supernatural.