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Up for sale is an exceptionally rare original uncut woodblock print sheet from the celebrated Meiji-era series
“Tokyo Kaika Meisho” (Famous Places of Tokyo’s Enlightenment) by Utagawa Hiroshige III (1842–1894).
🎁 SPECIAL BONUS – HIROSHIGE III POSTCARD SET
As a special bonus, this purchase includes a set of postcards featuring works by Hiroshige III (Utagawa Hiroshige III).
These postcards are included at no additional cost and are provided together with the original Meiji-period woodblock print.
This is a great opportunity for collectors of Hiroshige III and Meiji-era Tokyo imagery to enjoy additional examples of his work alongside an authentic original woodblock print.
This piece captures the spirit of Japan’s rapid modernization during the early Meiji period (late 19th century)—a transformative era when traditional Edo culture merged with Western influence.
Each panel vividly depicts scenes of a changing Tokyo, making this not just a print, but a historical document of Japan’s modernization.
★ Why this piece is highly collectible:
* Authentic Meiji-period original (not a later reproduction)
* Rare uncut 4-panel sheet — most surviving examples were cut and sold individually
* Represents the iconic “Tokyo Kaika” theme, highly sought-after among collectors of Meiji-era prints
* Combines traditional ukiyo-e techniques with modern subject matter — a defining feature of the period
Finding a complete, uncut sheet like this is increasingly difficult, especially with such strong color and impression remaining.
Serious collectors know how scarce uncut examples are becoming on the market.
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Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige III (1842–1894)
Series: Tokyo Kaika Meisho
Format: Original uncut 4-panel sheet (Oban size)
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Condition:
Beautiful, vibrant colors and well-preserved impressions.
As expected for an authentic 19th-century antique, there are minor signs of age.
* Small hole present in one panel (please see final image)
* Minor edge wear and natural paper aging
Please review all photos carefully.
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Shipping:
Professionally packed using acid-free materials and shipped flat between rigid supports for maximum protection.
