Ashinoyu c. 1830s

print, ink, woodblock-print

water colours

print

asian-art

landscape

ukiyo-e

japan

ink

coloured pencil

woodblock-print

japonisme

cityscape

"Ashinoyu" is a woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, created in the 1830s. This uchiwa-e, or fan print, depicts a scenic view of the Ashinoyu hot springs, known for their therapeutic properties. Nestled amidst a lush landscape, the print showcases traditional Japanese architecture, with a cluster of thatched-roof buildings and a nearby mountain peak, a common motif in Hiroshige's works. The delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors highlight the tranquility and natural beauty of this popular destination, capturing the essence of Japanese landscape painting.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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Located about sixty miles southwest of Tokyo, Hakone has been a popular destination because of its natural hot springs and beautiful mountain scenery. There are seven spas in Hakone, and a number of ukiyo-e artists designed seven-print series featuring them. Depicted here is Ashinoyu hot spring from such a series designed by Hiroshige. The buildings in the foreground are the inns with their hot spring baths that catered to visitors.