The Newly Opened Port of Yokohama in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanagawa Yokohama shinkaikōzu) 1860

This woodblock print, *The Newly Opened Port of Yokohama in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanagawa Yokohama shinkaikōzu)*, created in 1860 by Utagawa (Gountei) Sadahide, depicts the bustling port of Yokohama. It's a vivid example of *ukiyo-e*, the popular Japanese art form of woodblock prints. The scene showcases the vibrant activity of the newly opened port following Japan's end of its isolationist policy in the mid-19th century. Sadahide's detailed illustration captures the lively interaction of people, goods, and transportation. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Japan's history.