Night at Sengakuji 1931

"Night at Sengakuji" is a woodblock print created in 1931 by the Japanese artist Hasui Kawase, a leading figure in the Shin-hanga movement. The print depicts a serene evening scene at the Sengakuji Temple in Tokyo, known for its connection to the 47 Ronin. The composition features a quiet pathway leading through the temple gate, framed by towering pine trees and bathed in the soft glow of the twilight sky. Kawase's use of subtle color gradients and meticulous detail creates a sense of tranquility and evokes a sense of Japanese aesthetics.