Yasashi-ga-ura Nicknamed Kujūku(99)-ri hama Possibly 1853 - 1858
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"Yasashi-ga-ura Nicknamed Kujūku(99)-ri hama" is a woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige, depicting a scene of fishermen pulling in a net on the beach of Yasashi-ga-ura. The print is likely from his *One Hundred Famous Views of Edo* series, showcasing the beauty of Japan's natural landscapes and the daily lives of its people. Hiroshige's use of vibrant colors and dynamic composition creates a sense of movement and energy, captivating the viewer with the beauty of the scene.
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Located on the east coast of the Bøsø Peninsula in Kazusa Province, or today's Chiba Prefecture, Yasashi-ga-ura Beach is better known as Kujñkurihama, "Ninety-nine League Long Beach." As the nickname suggests, the beach is very long and even now a popular swimming and surfing destination for residents of Tokyo. In Hiroshige's time, it was famous for sardines, long an important part of the Japanese diet. Hiroshige depicted the locals drawing a long-haul seine, the traditional method of sardine fishing in the area. By using a bird-eye view, Hiroshige ably depicts the long stretch of gently curving sandy beach.
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