Mt. Ibuki in Snow 1920

Goyo Hashiguchi's 'Mt. Ibuki in Snow' is this serene scene, all done with woodblock prints—it's like he’s layering feelings as much as colors. Look at the river, that slash of blue cutting through the white. It’s so sharp, and the snow looks soft in contrast. It’s not just a landscape; it's a set of choices, each color pushing against the other. The marks are so intentional, the way each branch of the trees is defined, yet softened with snow, must have been a real labor of love. The sky is filled with stars; tiny, but precise, adding to the almost meditative mood. It reminds me a bit of Hiroshige, but with a quieter feel. It’s like Goyo is inviting us to see not just what’s there, but how we feel about what’s there.