Mount Yoshino, Cherry Blossoms 1897

"Mount Yoshino, Cherry Blossoms" is a woodblock print created by Kobayashi Kiyochika in 1897. This ukiyo-e print showcases a serene landscape with Mount Yoshino, known for its abundant cherry blossoms, as the central subject. Kiyochika's depiction captures the beauty of the Japanese landscape, with delicate brushstrokes depicting the lush greenery and the vibrant pink blooms of the cherry trees. The single figure walking along the path adds a sense of scale and emphasizes the tranquility of the scene. Kiyochika's art often reflected the social and political changes in Japan during the late 19th century.