Yoshiji よしぢ

Yoshiji, written in hiragana characters on the print, likely refers to a person's name, possibly identifying the figure depicted or serving as the title of a narrative subject. Suizan occasionally produced prints with literary or theatrical references that connected to Kyoto's rich performing arts culture, including Noh drama and traditional dance. The oban format and woodblock technique are consistent with Suizan's standard production methods, employing the precise carving and layered color printing that Kyoto workshops excelled at. The Japanese script integrated into the composition follows a long tradition in ukiyo-e and shin-hanga of combining image and text, where calligraphic characters function as both information and design element. Suizan's calligraphy, like his imagery, reflects the refined sensibility cultivated in Kyoto's interconnected worlds of visual art, literature, and performance.