Kandegawa no Yokichi was a celebrated Edo-period strongman and wrestler (rikishi) associated with the Kanda district, whose feats of physical prowess made him a subject of popular legend. Kuniyoshi's interest in figures defined by extraordinary bodily strength — from samurai heroes to sumo wrestlers — extended naturally to such urban legends of physical power. The print likely shows Yokichi in a characteristic display of strength, his massive frame contrasting with the ordinary Edo setting around him.
Kandegawa no Yokichi was created by Utagawa Kuniyoshi (歌川国芳).
Kandegawa no Yokichi depicts sumo, figures, and portraits.
