Gezicht op een Oji-schrijn nabij Tokio before 1883

"Gezicht op een Oji-schrijn nabij Tokio" is a black and white photograph by French photographer Hugues Krafft, taken before 1883. The image captures a glimpse of a traditional Japanese Shinto shrine, likely the Oji Shrine, nestled amidst a grove of trees. The photograph showcases Krafft's interest in documenting Japanese architecture and culture during the late 19th century, a time when Japan was undergoing significant modernization. This small-format photograph, measuring 117mm by 170mm, offers a unique perspective on the serene beauty of a sacred site in Japan.