Twenty Views of Tokyo
東京二十景
About This Series
Twenty Views of Tokyo is one of Kawase Hasui's most celebrated series, published by Watanabe Shozaburo between 1925 and 1930. Expanding on his earlier Twelve Scenes of Tokyo, this series presents a more comprehensive portrait of the capital through twenty carefully selected viewpoints. The series includes some of Hasui's most iconic images, including the famous Zojoji Temple in snow. The prints capture Tokyo at a pivotal moment in its history — after the devastating 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake but before the wartime destruction — preserving views of a city in transition between tradition and modernity.
Prints in This Series (6)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Twenty Views of Tokyo series?
Twenty Views of Tokyo is one of Kawase Hasui's most celebrated series, published by Watanabe Shozaburo between 1925 and 1930. Expanding on his earlier Twelve Scenes of Tokyo, this series presents a more comprehensive portrait of the capital through twenty carefully selected viewpoints. The series includes some of Hasui's most iconic images, including the famous Zojoji Temple in snow. The prints capture Tokyo at a pivotal moment in its history — after the devastating 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake but before the wartime destruction — preserving views of a city in transition between tradition and modernity.
How many prints are in the Twenty Views of Tokyo series?
The Twenty Views of Tokyo series contains 20 prints, created by Kawase Hasui between 1925–1930.
Who created the Twenty Views of Tokyo series?
The Twenty Views of Tokyo series was created by Kawase Hasui (川瀬巴水), produced between 1925–1930.
Can I see all prints from the Twenty Views of Tokyo series?
We currently have 6 of 20 known prints from the Twenty Views of Tokyo series indexed in our collection. Browse them all on this page.
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