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#38. Megurofudo by Utagawa Hiroshige — Japanese Woodblock print

#38. Megurofudo

by Utagawa Hiroshige

Ukiyo-e
WaterfallsTemples & ShrinesReligious
Medium:
Woodblock print
Format:
Oban

Description

Meguro Fudo — Ryusenji temple in the Meguro district — was one of the "five great Fudo" of Edo, its fierce Acala deity housed in a dramatic setting of waterfalls and rocky outcroppings. The climb up to the Fudo hall through forested terrain was itself part of the devotional experience, and the temple drew pilgrims from across the city. This numbered Edo view captures the approach or the famous waterfall precinct.

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Featured in Collections

Curated cross-cuts that include this print.

Meisho-e: Famous-Place Prints

Frequently Asked Questions

#38. Megurofudo was created by Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川広重).

#38. Megurofudo depicts waterfalls, temples & shrines, and religious.