This print was created by Kawase Hasui in 1929. In the 1950s, the original woodblocks used to make this print were obtained by the publisher Shobisha. The image depicts the Shinobazu Pond in Ueno Park, Tokyo, home of the Benten temple. The pond is divided into three separate ponds, with the Lotus pond that is depicted here perhaps being the most remarkable. The print seems to show the pond in the height of summer, as it is at that time that the Lotus pond is fully covered by blossoming Lotus plants. In the middle are two women, seemingly enjoying the beautify of the sight as well. The original Benten Pond that belonged to Zōjō Temple does not exist anymore in its size. All that remains is a small pond at the southeast of Tokyo Tower in what is now Shiba Park.
Deck Information
This is an upcoming deck! Please do not take the cards below until it is released.
Deck/File Name: The Pond at Benten Shrine in Shiba (pondatbentenshrine)
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