The artwork titled “90. Night View of Saruwaka Machi” was created by the renowned artist Hiroshige in 1857. Rendered in the medium of woodblock print, this piece is a distinguished representation of the Ukiyo-e art movement. As a cityscape, it falls within the broader series known as “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.”
This artwork depicts a bustling night scene in Saruwaka Machi, a popular street in Edo (modern-day Tokyo). Dominated by a deep, tranquil blue sky illuminated by a full moon, it features numerous figures engaged in their evening activities along the street, which is lined with traditional wooden buildings. The architecture, adorned with intricate patterns, is accentuated by the warm glow of interior lights. Signs in Japanese characters hang vertically, contributing to the atmosphere of historic Edo. The street appears lively with the presence of people, shops, and pets, exuding a sense of community in a historical urban landscape.
