2. Kasumigaseki

"2. Kasumigaseki" is a captivating woodblock print from Hiroshige's renowned series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo. This ukiyo-e masterpiece captures a detailed landscape of the Kasumigaseki area in Edo (modern Tokyo). Hiroshige's expertise in portraying the city's scenery highlights the beauty and vibrancy of urban life during the Edo period. The series, first published between 1856–59, became immensely popular, exemplifying the artistry and cultural significance of Edo-period ukiyo-e.