Futagawa 1906

This woodblock print, “Futagawa,” is one of 53 Stations of the Tokaido, a series of prints by Utagawa Hiroshige, depicting key locations along the Tokaido Road in Japan. This print, created in 1906, depicts a sweeping landscape with a group of travelers on the road, and a small teahouse near a cluster of trees. The print is characterized by Hiroshige’s signature delicate lines and use of soft colors, particularly evident in the depiction of the distant hills and the verdant foliage. "Futagawa" is an excellent example of Hiroshige's mastery of ukiyo-e, showcasing the beauty of the natural world and the everyday life of travelers in Edo-period Japan.