Nagano Peace Exhibition — 長野平和博覧会

Produced for the Nagano Peace Exhibition (長野平和博覧会), this commemorative woodblock print dates from the early postwar period when regional expositions promoted reconstruction and civic optimism. Hasui contributed designs to several such events, typically pairing a recognizable local landmark with carefully observed seasonal light. For Nagano, the composition may feature Zenko-ji temple or an Alpine vista rendered in subdued, contemplative tones suited to the peacetime theme. The print's dual function—as artwork and institutional souvenir—reflects the role shin-hanga played in postwar Japanese cultural life, maintaining craft traditions while adapting to new social contexts.