Kinosaki in Tajima Province 1924

"Kinosaki in Tajima Province" is a woodblock print by renowned Japanese artist Hasui Kawase, created in 1924. The print showcases a nighttime scene in Kinosaki, a town known for its hot springs. The artist masterfully captures the soft glow of lanterns reflecting off the wet pavement and the tranquil atmosphere of a rainy night. The dark silhouette of a mountain range in the distance adds a sense of depth and tranquility to the composition. This evocative print, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a prime example of Kawase's mastery of the shin-hanga style, known for its meticulous detail and realistic depiction of everyday scenes.