Hurrah for the Great Empire of Japan; Fierce Battle of Captain Matsuzaki at Anseong Crossing 1894

"Hurrah for the Great Empire of Japan; Fierce Battle of Captain Matsuzaki at Anseong Crossing" is a woodblock print created by Kobayashi Kiyochika in 1894. The print depicts a dramatic scene of Japanese soldiers in battle, with a bright explosion in the sky and rain falling from the heavens. This print is a prime example of Kiyochika's style, known as "gaikoku-e" (foreign-style prints), which integrated Western techniques with traditional Japanese aesthetics. The print is a testament to the burgeoning power of the Japanese Empire during the late 19th century, as it celebrates the military prowess of its soldiers.