Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū), vol. 1: “Offering Incense to the Deity of the Stone” (Yōgōishi), from the series History of Kamakura (Kamakura shi) 1810 - 1816

“Offering Incense to the Deity of the Stone” (Yōgōishi), is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Kubo Shunman. It is part of the first volume of his *Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū)* series, which depicts scenes from the history of Kamakura, a significant city in Japanese history. This print showcases a deity, likely a Buddhist or Shinto figure, receiving offerings of incense from a kneeling figure. Shunman's detailed style and vibrant colors bring this historical event to life, capturing the reverence and ritualistic aspects of the scene. *Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū)* series remains an important visual documentation of Kamakura's history and a testament to Shunman's mastery of woodblock printing.