New Year's Days of the Teahouse Ogi-ya 1812

"New Year's Days of the Teahouse Ogi-ya" (1812) is a ukiyo-e woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai, renowned for his depictions of everyday life in Edo-period Japan. This print captures the bustling atmosphere of a teahouse on the first day of the new year, showcasing the lively interactions of its patrons, staff, and visitors. Hokusai’s detailed depiction of the teahouse’s interior, with its intricately designed furniture and flowing textiles, offers a glimpse into the aesthetics of Japanese domestic life during the early 19th century.