“Kajikazawa in Kai Province” is a woodcut by the renowned artist Katsushika Hokusai, created as part of the Ukiyo-e art movement. This genre painting belongs to the series “Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji” and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork intricately illustrates a fisherman seemingly pulling in his net from the rough seas below, with another fisherman sitting with a basket beside him. The scene captures a vivid depiction of daily life, combining natural elements with human activity. The serene yet imposing Mount Fuji looms majestically in the background, its presence reinforcing the prominence of nature in the composition. The use of color, line, and perspective exemplifies Hokusai’s mastery in portraying both the dynamic movement of the waves and the tranquility of the distant mountain.
