Azuma Collection

Scene from the Play "Keisei Kaneni Sakura", 1756. Creator: Torii Kiyohiro
Scene from the Play " Keisei Kaneni Sakura", 1756

Distant view of Kinryuzan Temple and Azuma Bridge. Print shows a small boat approaching shore with view of waterfront buildings, temple, the Azuma Bridge, and Mount Fuji in the distance. Date 1857

Azumabashi o wataru ichikawa omezAc to sawamura gennosuke, Ichikawa OmezAc and Sawamura Gennosuke crossing Azuma Bridge. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1769-1825, artist, [between 1804 and 1810]

1797-1858 1838 Ando Azuma Evening Hiroshige Shrine
Azuma no mori no yau, Evening rain at Azuma Shrine. Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, [1838, printed later], 1 print : woodcut, color

Komagata Hall and Azuma Bridge. Print shows a bird flying over a river with many boats approaching the Azuma bridge, and the temple in the lower left. Date 1857

Enjoying cool evening on a boat beneath Azuma Bridge. Print shows two women on a boat enjoying the cool of the evening beneath the Azuma Bridge. Date 1780 or 1781

Evening rain at Azuma Shrine. Print shows travelers on roadway near the entrance to the Azuma Shrine during a rainstorm. Date 1838, printed later

Ichikawa Omezo and Sawamura Gennosuke crossing Azuma Bridge. Print shows the actors Ichikawa Omezo and Sawamura Gennosuke walking across the Azuma Bridge, with two porters nearby

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Step into the world of Azuma: A captivating journey through time and culture. From the enchanting scenes of the play 'Keisei Kaneni Sakura' in 1756, brought to life by Torii Kiyohiro's artistic brilliance, to the distant view of Kinryuzan Temple and Azuma Bridge that takes us back to a bygone era. The year is 1838, and Ando Azuma Evening Hiroshige Shrine paints a mesmerizing picture of tranquility as we witness Ichikawa OmezAc and Sawamura Gennosuke crossing Azumabashi. Their graceful movements mirror the elegance of this iconic bridge. Komagata Hall stands tall alongside Azuma Bridge, reminding us of its historical significance. As evening descends upon us, we find solace on a boat beneath this majestic structure, embracing the cool breeze that whispers tales from centuries past. Azuma Shrine becomes even more mystical as evening rain graces its sacred grounds. The droplets create an ethereal atmosphere that transports us into a realm where time seems suspended. Immerse yourself in the beauty and gracefulness captured by Ichikawa Omezo and Sawamura Gennosuke as they traverse Azuma Bridge once again. Their performance echoes with echoes from history itself. As our gaze extends beyond Kinryuzan Temple, we are reminded of how these landmarks have witnessed countless stories unfold throughout generations, and are not just structures; they are guardians of tradition and symbols of resilience. Join us on this extraordinary voyage through artistry and heritage as we explore every facet of Azuma's rich tapestry.