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#28. Fukagawahachiman by Utagawa Hiroshige — Japanese Woodblock print

#28. Fukagawahachiman

by Utagawa Hiroshige

Ukiyo-e
SumoTemples & ShrinesRivers & Lakes
Medium:
Woodblock print
Format:
Oban

Description

Fukagawa Hachiman — the Tomioka Hachimangu shrine in the Fukagawa district east of the Sumida River — was one of Edo's most important shrines and the traditional venue for grand sumo tournaments. Its spacious grounds, accessible by ferry across the river, made it a major gathering place for Edo residents. This numbered view captures the shrine or its surrounding waterfront neighborhood.

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Featured in Collections

Curated cross-cuts that include this print.

Meisho-e: Famous-Place Prints

Frequently Asked Questions

#28. Fukagawahachiman was created by Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川広重).

#28. Fukagawahachiman depicts sumo, temples & shrines, and rivers & lakes.