Catalog record · 目録番号 22770
Kyoto (Kyō)
京都
Catalog note / 解説
55 Kyoto In the foreground the "long" bridge over the Kamo River, and people crossing over, with the town beyond, behind which rise hills overlooking it, the most distant printed from graded colourblock only. While decending to Kyoto, travellers could enjoy a panoramic view of the elegant imperial capital from the mountain pass and undoubtedly felt joy and relief at seeing the final destination of their journey from Edo. In those days it was the wish of every Japanese to see Kyoto once in his life.
Image record / 画像情報
OHMI · Originally published in 1833/1834. This edition published probably before world war II in 20th century. · ohmi
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