Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Ueno c. 1780 - 1801

"Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Ueno" is a woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō, depicting a popular pastime of Edo-era Japan. The print shows a group of fashionable women enjoying the cherry blossoms at Ueno Park in Tokyo. The scene is vibrant and detailed, showing the women in their fine clothing, with a background of lush greenery and a view of the Ueno Toshogu Shrine. This print is a prime example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that depicts the floating world of Edo-era life. It is a testament to the artistic skill of Shunchō and the popularity of cherry blossom viewing in Japanese culture.