Rensho arriving at Mt. Koya (Rensho Koya-iri), from the series "Famous Scenes from Japanese Puppet Plays (Yamato irotake)" c. 1705 - 1706

"Rensho arriving at Mt. Koya (Rensho Koya-iri)" is a woodblock print by Okumura Masanobu from the series "Famous Scenes from Japanese Puppet Plays (Yamato irotake)". The print depicts the character Rensho, a Buddhist monk, walking towards Mt. Koya in the background. Masanobu (1686-1764) was a renowned Japanese artist specializing in ukiyo-e, a style of woodblock prints depicting scenes from everyday life. This artwork is an example of the "ukiyo-e" genre that was popular in Japan during the Edo period. The print's intricate lines and delicate details showcase Masanobu's masterful skill in this medium.