A mean man will kill a woman with his sword 

This woodblock print by Katsushika Hokusai depicts a dramatic scene of violence. A samurai is shown in the act of killing a woman with a sword. The scene is set in an interior with a sliding screen and traditional Japanese furnishings. The artist’s dynamic lines and expressive details bring a sense of urgency and violence to the scene. The print is an example of the ukiyo-e genre, which flourished in Japan during the Edo period and focused on everyday life, popular entertainment, and the natural world.