32. Shirasuka


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32. Shirasuka from Tokaido Gojusantsugi by Hiroshige

Station #32: The Japanese have a penchent for making lists of the greatest, most beautiful, best, etc. There are many lists of landscapes - in the mountains and along rivers. Shirasuka is considered one of the most beautiful sea coast landscapes in the country and the best along the Tokaido. The view of the deep blue Pacific Ocean is framed by the graceful branches of pine trees. As the daimyo procession winds its way towards Edo, are the overworked porters enjoying the spectacular view?

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