Kani Yamabushi, from the series "Pictures of No Performances (Nogaku Zue)" 1898

This woodblock print from 1898 by Tsukioka Kôgyo, also known as "Kôgyo", showcases a scene from the "No" theater. The print, titled "Kani Yamabushi", depicts three actors dressed in colorful costumes, with detailed illustrations of their faces and hand gestures. This artwork is a great example of the "Nogaku Zue" series, which highlights the traditional Japanese art of "No" theater. "No" plays often feature supernatural beings, spirits, and historical characters and "Kani Yamabushi" is a powerful depiction of this theatrical tradition.