The Mokuboji Temple by the Sumida River
- Date:
- 1785-1787
- Medium:
- Format:
- Oban
- Source:
- Victoria and Albert Museum
Description
The Mokuboji temple on the west bank of the Sumida River — a small Shingon temple whose name means "wooden temple" — is depicted alongside the river that formed its natural setting in this print from Hokusai's mid-1780s fashionable places series. Mokuboji was known for its weeping cherry trees and the scenic path along the riverbank, making it a seasonal destination for blossom viewers and boat excursions.
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Featured in Collections
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Mokuboji Temple by the Sumida River was created by Katsushika Hokusai (葛飾北斎) in 1785-1787.
The Mokuboji Temple by the Sumida River depicts landscapes, temples & shrines, and rivers & lakes, set at Sumida River.