Hiratsuka 1855

"Hiratsuka" is a woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige, created in 1855. This work is part of his famous "Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido Road" series, depicting scenes of travel along the major route between Edo (modern Tokyo) and Kyoto. The print features the iconic Mount Fuji in the distance, with a river flowing towards the viewer and small boats traversing its surface. The use of vibrant colors and intricate detail, typical of Hiroshige's style, creates a captivating landscape that captures the beauty and tranquility of traditional Japanese life.