Minakuchi, Ishibe, Kusatsu, Otsu, Kyoto 1840

This woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, created in 1840, depicts a picturesque view of Lake Biwa in Japan. The scene features a mountainous landscape, with a large lake in the foreground. Several figures are depicted in the lower right corner, appearing to be travelers on a path overlooking the lake. The scene is rendered in vivid colors, characteristic of the ukiyo-e style. The print is a testament to Kuniyoshi's ability to capture the beauty of the natural world, as well as the daily lives of ordinary people. The work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a beautiful example of the artistic tradition of landscape prints in Japan.