- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto The print captures the immense

The print captures the immense cherry tree in full bloom beneath the moon

these dolls originated during the Nara period

Yakushima) is by Fumio Kitaoka (1918–2007) and was printed in 1999

These are characteristic of boldly printed Sōsaku Hanga works

making them difficult to find

- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto The print captures the immenseThe delightful tree print Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket) is by Joichi Hoshi. A mysterious blue thicket unfolds against a luminous silver background, its forms resembling delicate blue sparklers. The subtle shimmer and rich contrast create a striking yet serene composition, beautifully balanced by the tranquil metallic ground. The print is titled Aoi Yabu, hand signed J. Hoshi, and dated 74 in pencil by the artist in the bottom margin. The artists red seal