{"title":"Hiroshi Yoshida","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hayase-swift-current-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Hayase (Swift Current) - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, depicting a riverside scene with cherry blossoms and traditional architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida was a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western techniques of perspective, light, and atmosphere. Hayase, or Swift Current, demonstrates his mastery of the medium, capturing a tranquil riverside scene framed by the delicate, pale blossoms of cherry trees. The composition balances the architectural precision of the traditional wooden buildings with the fluid, rhythmic movement of the water below.\n\nYoshida travelled extensively, and his work often reflects a keen observation of natural light. In this print, the soft, warm glow of the sky contrasts with the cool, reflective tones of the river. The artist employed multiple blocks to achieve subtle gradations of colour, particularly in the water and the sky, which provide a sense of depth and realism. The cherry blossoms, rendered with fine detail, create a foreground screen that draws the viewer into the scene, while the figures on the balcony add a human element to the quiet environment.\n\nUnlike traditional Ukiyo-e, which relied on flat areas of colour and bold outlines, Yoshida’s approach involved a sophisticated layering process. This allowed for the atmospheric effects seen in the ripples of the stream and the soft shadows cast upon the wooden structures. The print is a characteristic example of his dedication to capturing the specific mood of a location at a particular time of day. By blending Japanese subject matter with a Western painterly sensibility, Yoshida created works that remain accessible and evocative. This print offers a view into a serene moment, preserved through the meticulous craft of the woodblock printing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/dance-salon-at-the-new-carlton-hotel-shanghai-yamamura-toyonari\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDance Salon at the New Carlton Hotel, Shanghai - Yamamura Toyonari — Yamamura Toyonari\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/jays-on-berry-tree-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJays on Berry Tree - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57872676192591,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57872677830991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57872677863759,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hayase-Swift-Current-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780880773388.jpg?v=1780880913"},{"product_id":"yamanaka-lake-yamanaka-ko-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Yamanaka Lake (Yamanaka-ko) - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, capturing the reflection of Mount Fuji in the calm waters of Lake Yamanaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi produced this woodblock print as part of his series depicting Mount Fuji. The composition captures the mountain reflected in the still waters of Lake Yamanaka. Yoshida, a painter who transitioned to printmaking, applied his knowledge of Western oil painting techniques to the traditional Japanese woodblock process. He worked closely with carvers and printers to achieve subtle gradations of colour, known as bokashi, which are visible in the soft sky and the misty band surrounding the base of the mountain.\n\nThe print demonstrates a precise balance between the physical form of the mountain and its inverted image on the water surface. The dark, silhouetted treeline provides a horizontal anchor, separating the upper atmosphere from the lower reflection. Yoshida utilised multiple blocks to build up the depth of the scene, moving from the pale, warm tones of the sky to the deeper blues and purples of the mountain slopes. The snow-capped peak remains the primary focus, rendered with clean, sharp lines that contrast with the atmospheric haze.\n\nUnlike earlier ukiyo-e prints that relied on bold outlines and flat colour fields, this work employs a more naturalistic approach to light and shadow. The artist travelled extensively, and his observations of atmospheric conditions inform the muted, realistic palette seen here. The print reflects his technical rigour, as he insisted on overseeing every stage of production to ensure the final result matched his vision. This specific view of Mount Fuji remains one of his most recognised compositions, documenting the serene quality of the Japanese countryside during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/three-white-mice-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree White Mice - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rain-at-sanmaibashi-in-hakone-fukuda-kumajiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRain at Sanmaibashi in Hakone - Fukuda Kumajirō — Fukuda Kumajirō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251739070799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251739136335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251739169103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251739267407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251739300175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251739332943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251739398479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251739431247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251739464015,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58251739496783,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251739562319,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251739595087,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251739660623,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251739693391,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251740217679,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251740250447,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251740315983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Yamanaka-Lake-Yamanaka-ko-_Poster_CompositorV1_1782353765917.jpg?v=1782353914"},{"product_id":"golden-pavilion-kinkaku-ji-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, capturing the serene reflection of Kyoto's Golden Pavilion in the Mirror Pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi was a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western techniques of perspective, light, and atmosphere. This print depicts Kinkaku-ji, the Zen temple in Kyoto, known for its gold-leaf exterior. Yoshida captures the structure with a focus on its reflection in the surrounding Kyoko-chi, or Mirror Pond.\n\nThe composition relies on the interplay between the architectural precision of the temple and the fluid, organic forms of the water. Yoshida employs a subtle colour palette, favouring muted greens, soft greys, and earthy tones that suggest a quiet, overcast day. The reflection in the water is rendered with soft, broken lines, contrasting with the sharper, more defined edges of the temple building itself. The trees in the background are simplified into flat, decorative shapes, providing a backdrop that does not compete with the primary subject.\n\nUnlike traditional Ukiyo-e prints, which often featured bold outlines and flat areas of colour, this work demonstrates Yoshida's interest in tonal gradation. The sky transitions from a pale, warm hue at the horizon to a cooler tone above, a technique achieved through the careful application of ink during the printing process. The presence of small figures on the temple balcony adds a sense of scale, grounding the architectural subject in a human context. This print is a representative example of Yoshida's approach to travel-inspired subjects, where he sought to document specific locations while maintaining a focus on the atmospheric conditions of the scene. The work reflects his training in oil painting, translated into the medium of the woodblock print through collaboration with skilled carvers and printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/starlings-and-cherry-tree-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStarlings and Cherry Tree - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/dance-salon-at-the-new-carlton-hotel-shanghai-yamamura-toyonari\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDance Salon at the New Carlton Hotel, Shanghai - Yamamura Toyonari — Yamamura Toyonari\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234214711631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234214777167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234214809935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234214908239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234214941007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234214973775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234215039311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234215072079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234215104847,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58234215137615,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234215203151,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58234215235919,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58234215301455,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58234215334223,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234215858511,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234215891279,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58234215956815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Golden-Pavilion-Kinkaku-ji-_Poster_CompositorV1_1782613444627.jpg?v=1782614652"},{"product_id":"glittering-sea-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Glittering Sea - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida depicting sailing vessels on the Seto Inland Sea at twilight, characterised by soft light and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print in 1926. The work captures the Seto Inland Sea at twilight, a subject that allowed the artist to explore the interaction between light and water. Yoshida was known for his extensive travels and his technical rigour, often overseeing the carving and printing processes to ensure the final output matched his specific vision.\n\nThe composition relies on a vertical orientation, drawing the eye from the foreground boats across the expansive, reflective surface of the water towards the horizon. The colour palette is restrained, utilising soft pinks and purples in the sky that transition into deep blues and greys in the water. The light reflecting off the sea is rendered through precise, layered printing techniques, creating a sense of movement and depth without relying on heavy outlines. The two primary vessels in the foreground provide a sense of scale, their dark silhouettes contrasting against the luminous path of the setting sun.\n\nUnlike traditional Ukiyo-e prints, which often featured bold, flat areas of colour, Yoshida’s work incorporates atmospheric effects and subtle gradations. This approach reflects his background in Western-style oil painting, which he integrated into the traditional Japanese woodblock medium. The result is a quiet, observational study of light. The print demonstrates the artist's ability to capture a fleeting moment in time, maintaining a balance between the physical reality of the boats and the ethereal quality of the light on the water. This piece remains a representative example of the technical precision and aesthetic sensibility that defined Yoshida's career during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kozu-osaka-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKozu, Osaka - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rain-at-sanmaibashi-in-hakone-fukuda-kumajiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRain at Sanmaibashi in Hakone - Fukuda Kumajirō — Fukuda Kumajirō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233099125071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233099190607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233099223375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233099321679,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233099354447,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233099387215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233099452751,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233099485519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233099518287,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233099551055,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233099616591,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233099649359,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233099714895,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233099747663,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233100271951,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233100304719,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233100370255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Glittering-Sea_Poster_CompositorV1_1782865568595.jpg?v=1782865949"},{"product_id":"avenue-of-cherry-trees-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Avenue of Cherry Trees - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1935 Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, capturing a serene street scene beneath a canopy of cherry blossoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print in 1935. The work depicts a street scene framed by blooming cherry trees, a subject that allowed the artist to demonstrate his mastery of light and atmosphere. Yoshida travelled extensively, and his approach to printmaking combined traditional Japanese techniques with Western principles of perspective and painterly shading.\n\nThe composition draws the viewer into the centre of the path, where figures in traditional attire walk beneath a canopy of pale pink blossoms. To the left, a vendor sits beside a display of red lanterns, while stalls with striped awnings line the right side of the street. The trees create a soft, filtered light that washes over the scene, muting the colours of the buildings and the ground. Yoshida used multiple woodblocks to achieve the subtle gradations in the sky and the delicate texture of the petals, moving away from the flat colour fields typical of earlier Ukiyo-e prints.\n\nThis print reflects the artist's dedication to the craft of the woodblock medium. He worked closely with skilled carvers and printers to ensure that his vision was realised with precision. The result is a balanced image that captures a specific moment of seasonal transition in Japan. The attention to detail, from the shadows cast on the ground to the individual lanterns, provides a sense of place and time. Yoshida's work remains a primary example of how the Shin-hanga movement updated historical print traditions for a modern audience, maintaining the technical rigour of the past while adopting a more naturalistic aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kozu-osaka-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKozu, Osaka - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rain-at-sanmaibashi-in-hakone-fukuda-kumajiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRain at Sanmaibashi in Hakone - Fukuda Kumajirō — Fukuda Kumajirō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233093620047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233093685583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233093718351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233093816655,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233093849423,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233093882191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233093947727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233093980495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233094013263,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233094046031,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233094111567,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233094144335,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233094209871,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233094242639,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233094766927,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233094799695,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233094865231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Avenue-of-Cherry-Trees_Poster_CompositorV1_1782865685813.jpg?v=1782866072"},{"product_id":"fishes-of-honolulu-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Fishes of Honolulu - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, depicting tropical marine life in the clear waters of Honolulu with precise detail and balanced composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print during his extensive travels in the 1920s. Following his visit to the United States, Yoshida documented his observations with the technical precision characteristic of his work. This piece depicts a variety of tropical fish species, rendered with a clarity that balances scientific observation with the aesthetic sensibilities of the Japanese print tradition.\n\nThe composition utilises a gradient of blue tones to suggest the depth and clarity of the Pacific waters. Yoshida employs a clean, controlled line quality to define the forms of the fish, allowing their distinct patterns and anatomical features to remain the focus. The arrangement of the subjects creates a sense of movement across the frame, as the fish appear to glide through the water. Unlike the more stylised approach of traditional Ukiyo-e, this work demonstrates the influence of Western watercolour techniques, which Yoshida integrated into his printmaking process to achieve subtle colour transitions and atmospheric effects.\n\nThe print reflects the artist's interest in natural subjects, a recurring theme throughout his career. By focusing on the marine life of Honolulu, Yoshida captures a specific moment of discovery, translating the visual experience of the underwater environment into the medium of woodblock printing. The careful application of ink and the deliberate use of negative space contribute to the overall balance of the image. This print remains a clear example of Yoshida's ability to adapt traditional craftsmanship to modern subjects, maintaining a high level of detail while preserving the graphic quality inherent in the woodblock medium. It serves as a record of his international perspective and his technical mastery of the printing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kozu-osaka-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKozu, Osaka - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rain-at-sanmaibashi-in-hakone-fukuda-kumajiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRain at Sanmaibashi in Hakone - Fukuda Kumajirō — Fukuda Kumajirō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233091752271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233091817807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233091850575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233091948879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233091981647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233092014415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233092079951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233092112719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233092145487,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233092178255,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233092243791,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233092276559,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233092342095,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233092374863,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233092899151,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233092931919,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233092997455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fishes-of-Honolulu_Poster_CompositorV1_1782865807856.jpg?v=1782866093"},{"product_id":"yozakura-in-rain-hiroshi-yoshida","title":"Yozakura in Rain - Hiroshi Yoshida","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Shin-hanga woodblock print by Hiroshi Yoshida, capturing a weeping cherry tree in the rain at twilight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHiroshi Yoshida, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print in 1935. The work depicts a weeping cherry tree, or shidare-zakura, supported by a wooden framework, a common practice in Japanese gardens to protect the heavy, drooping branches. The scene captures the atmospheric quality of a rainy evening, with the soft, muted colours of the blossoms contrasting against the grey, wet environment.\n\nIn the foreground, a figure stands by the edge of a pond, holding an umbrella. The reflection of the figure and the tree in the water adds a layer of depth to the composition. Yoshida was known for his extensive travels and his ability to translate the effects of light and weather into the medium of the woodblock print. He often worked closely with carvers and printers to achieve the specific tonal gradations seen here, which differ from the flat colour blocks of traditional ukiyo-e.\n\nThe print demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of Yoshida's later career. The rain is suggested through subtle vertical lines, and the overall palette remains restrained, focusing on the pale pinks of the cherry blossoms and the cool, damp tones of the twilight. The composition balances the verticality of the tree supports with the horizontal lines of the pond bank and the water surface. This work reflects the artist's interest in capturing specific moments of natural beauty, filtered through a refined, painterly sensibility that bridges traditional Japanese aesthetics and Western watercolour techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kozu-osaka-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKozu, Osaka - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rain-at-sanmaibashi-in-hakone-fukuda-kumajiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRain at Sanmaibashi in Hakone - Fukuda Kumajirō — Fukuda Kumajirō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233088082255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233088147791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233088180559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233088278863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233088311631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233088344399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233088409935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233088442703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233088475471,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233088508239,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233088573775,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233088606543,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233088672079,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233088704847,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233089229135,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233089261903,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233089327439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Yozakura-in-Rain_Poster_CompositorV1_1782865925912.jpg?v=1782866174"},{"product_id":"sumida-river-mist-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Sumida River Mist - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi depicting the Sumida River at dawn, characterised by soft atmospheric mist and a muted colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSumida River Mist is a woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, produced in 1926 as part of his series Twelve Scenes of Tokyo. This work captures the atmosphere of the Sumida River during the early morning hours. The composition relies on a subtle gradation of colour, known as bokashi, to render the thick, damp air that obscures the distant city skyline. The silhouettes of traditional boats with their sails are scattered across the water, providing a sense of scale and quiet activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, a wooden pier extends into the frame, where a few figures wait. Their presence adds a human element to the vast, calm expanse of the river. Yoshida, who was trained in Western oil painting techniques before turning to the traditional Japanese woodblock medium, applied his knowledge of light and perspective to this print. The result is a work that balances the technical precision of the Shin-hanga movement with a soft, painterly quality. The muted palette of greys, soft blues, and pale ochres reflects the specific light conditions of a misty dawn. This print demonstrates Yoshida's ability to capture transient atmospheric effects through the rigorous process of woodblock carving and printing, where multiple blocks are used to build up the depth of the scene. The work remains a clear example of his approach to the landscape genre, where the focus is on the interplay between natural elements and the urban environment of 1920s Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/autumn-rainbow-at-hatta-kaga-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAutumn Rainbow at Hatta, Kaga - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/wasps-and-praying-mantis-ohara-koson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWasps and Praying Mantis - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58343475708239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343475773775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343475872079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58343475904847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343475970383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sumida-River-Mist_Poster_CompositorV1_1785364523314.jpg?v=1785365118"},{"product_id":"eight-scenes-of-cherry-blossom-arashiyama-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Eight Scenes of Cherry Blossom: Arashiyama - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi depicting the cherry blossoms of Arashiyama, Kyoto, rendered with delicate colour and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi was a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western techniques of perspective and atmospheric light. This print, part of his series Eight Scenes of Cherry Blossom, depicts the famous Arashiyama district in Kyoto during the spring season. The composition balances the verticality of the cherry trees with the horizontal expanse of the river, where small boats are moored along the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshida utilised a sophisticated layering process to achieve the subtle colour gradations visible in the water and the distant hillside. The palette remains restrained, relying on soft pinks for the blossoms, muted greens for the foliage, and deep blues for the river. A solitary figure stands near the foreground tree, providing a sense of scale and quiet contemplation. Unlike traditional Ukiyo-e prints that often utilised bold outlines, Yoshida favoured a softer approach, allowing the wood grain and ink application to suggest texture and depth. The print demonstrates his technical precision, particularly in the rendering of light filtering through the branches and reflecting upon the water surface. This work reflects the artist's extensive travels and his dedication to capturing specific atmospheric conditions in nature. By combining the technical rigour of the Japanese printmaking tradition with a modern sensibility, Yoshida created images that remain accessible and technically accomplished. The print captures a specific moment in time at a location celebrated for its natural beauty, rendered with a focus on clarity and tonal harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/katada-ukimido-from-the-series-eight-views-of-lake-biwa-ito-shinsui\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKatada Ukimidō, from the series Eight Views of Lake Biwa - Itō Shinsui — Itō Shinsui\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/snow-at-shinkawabata-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnow at Shinkawabata - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hiroshi","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58568779333967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58568779399503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58568779497807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58568779530575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58568779596111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Eight-Scenes-of-Cherry-Blossom_-Arashiyama_Poster_CompositorV1_1787725553068.jpg?v=1787728321"},{"product_id":"cryptomeria-avenue-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Cryptomeria Avenue - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, capturing a quiet path lined with towering cryptomeria trees under a soft, pale sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi, a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, produced this woodblock print in 1937. The work depicts a path lined with towering cryptomeria trees, a common sight in rural Japan. Yoshida, who was trained in Western oil painting techniques before turning to traditional woodblock printing, applied his knowledge of light and atmosphere to this medium. He often travelled extensively to capture specific locations, and his prints are known for their technical precision and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition uses the verticality of the trees to frame the scene, drawing the eye toward the soft, pale light of the sky visible between the branches. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted greys, browns, and soft pinks to convey the quiet stillness of the setting. A horse-drawn cart and a small group of figures provide a sense of scale and human presence, grounding the scene in daily life. Unlike traditional ukiyo-e, which often used bold outlines and flat colour fields, this print employs subtle gradations and layered ink applications to create a sense of volume and distance. The texture of the wood grain is occasionally visible in the printed areas, a characteristic of the high-quality craftsmanship associated with Yoshida's studio. This print represents the artist's ability to synthesise Western perspective with the traditional Japanese aesthetic of the woodblock print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/katada-ukimido-from-the-series-eight-views-of-lake-biwa-ito-shinsui\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKatada Ukimidō, from the series Eight Views of Lake Biwa - Itō Shinsui — Itō Shinsui\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/snow-at-shinkawabata-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnow at Shinkawabata - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hiroshi","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58569028075855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569028141391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569028239695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58569028272463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569028337999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cryptomeria-Avenue_Poster_CompositorV1_1787730962805.jpg?v=1787731226"},{"product_id":"carp-and-tortoises-yoshida-hiroshi","title":"Carp and Tortoises - Yoshida Hiroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene Shin-hanga woodblock print by Yoshida Hiroshi, depicting visitors observing a temple pond framed by weeping willows and a distant pagoda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshida Hiroshi is a central figure in the Shin-hanga movement, which sought to revitalise traditional Japanese woodblock printing by incorporating Western techniques of light, shadow, and atmospheric perspective. In this print, titled Carp and Tortoises, the artist depicts a tranquil scene at a temple pond. The composition is anchored by the presence of weeping willows, their long, cascading branches framing the view of a distant pagoda. The foreground features a group of visitors observing the aquatic life, rendered with a focus on the varied patterns of their traditional attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on muted greens, soft blues, and earthy tones to convey a sense of calm. Yoshida was known for his meticulous approach to the printing process, often overseeing the carving and printing stages to ensure the final result matched his vision. Unlike traditional Ukiyo-e, which often utilised bold outlines and flat areas of colour, this work employs subtle gradations to suggest the depth of the water and the soft light of the day. The inclusion of the pagoda provides a vertical counterpoint to the horizontal spread of the pond and the figures gathered at its edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the artist's ability to capture a specific moment of daily life while maintaining a sense of timelessness. The interaction between the human subjects and the natural environment is handled with precision, reflecting the artist's extensive travels and his keen observation of Japanese scenery. By blending the technical rigour of the woodblock medium with a modern sensibility, Yoshida created works that remain accessible and visually engaging. The print serves as a record of a quiet afternoon, preserved through the collaborative effort of the artist, the carver, and the printer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/katada-ukimido-from-the-series-eight-views-of-lake-biwa-ito-shinsui\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKatada Ukimidō, from the series Eight Views of Lake Biwa - Itō Shinsui — Itō Shinsui\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/snow-at-shinkawabata-hasui-kawase\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSnow at Shinkawabata - Hasui Kawase — Hasui Kawase\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hiroshi Yoshida","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58569249325391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569249390927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569249489231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58569249521999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58569249587535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Carp-and-Tortoises_Poster_CompositorV1_1787733307016.jpg?v=1787735769"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/hiroshi-yoshida.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}