Kiyamachi Street, Kyoto
木屋町
by Takeji Asano
- Date:
- ca. 1950s
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Publisher:
- Unsodo
- Source:
- Ukiyo-e.org (via Artelino)
Typical Price
Kiyamachi Street, running alongside the Takase Canal in central Kyoto, is one of the city's most atmospheric thoroughfares — lined with willows, restaurants, and traditional architecture. Asano's street-level perspective is relatively unusual in his output, which tends to favor temple and landscape subjects. This urban scene typically sells for $200-$600, with the recognizable Kyoto location enhancing its appeal.
Description
Brightly lit houses illuminate people and the small canal on Kiyamachi street in the evening.
