The Turtle and the Bridge – Fukagawa Mannenbashi
From One Hundred Famous Views of Edo by Utagawa Hiroshige, 1857
A thoughtful blend of humor and elegance — this art T-shirt features an early-edition (first print-style) version of Hiroshige’s iconic “Fukagawa Mannenbashi,” where a turtle in a hangs above the Sumida River with Mount Fuji in the distance. The vivid yet refined woodblock colors preserve the timeless charm of Edo-era summers.
The design includes a crest of Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine (threefold tomoe) on the left shoulder — the same location where this scene takes place today in modern-day Tokyo.
🗾 A perfect gift or travel memento for those visiting Tokyo, or anyone who appreciates Japanese art, culture, and visual storytelling.
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