The artwork titled “5. Ekōin Temple in Ryōgoku and Moto Yanagi Bridge” was created by the renowned artist Hiroshige in 1857. Crafted using the medium of woodblock print, this piece belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and falls within the genre of landscape. It is part of the illustrious series known as “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
The artwork depicts a serene and vividly colored scene featuring the Ekōin Temple and the Moto Yanagi Bridge in the Ryōgoku district. A prominent fire lookout tower rises in the foreground, its structural form detailed in warm, natural wood tones. Beyond, the tranquil river is animated with boats and subtle human activity, leading the eye to the faint, majestic presence of Mount Fuji. The gradient sky transitions from a deep blue at the zenith to a soft, warm hue near the horizon, encapsulating the serene yet dynamic spirit of Edo-period Japan.
