Yokkaichi: View of the Mie River, from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō c. 1833 - 1834

"Yokkaichi: View of the Mie River," is a woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige, part of the iconic "Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō" series. Created circa 1833-1834, the artwork depicts a serene river scene with a willow tree, figures walking along a bridge, and a boat in the water. The blue and green tones create a sense of tranquility, evoking a peaceful journey along the Tōkaidō Road, a major trade route in Edo-period Japan. Hiroshige's masterful use of perspective and atmospheric detail captures the essence of the landscape, highlighting the importance of travel and nature in Japanese art.