1 Set of Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) Ukiyo-e, 54 Woodblock Prints - Utagawa Hiroshige (歌川広重，1797‑1858) - Japan (No reserve price)
Item Name: 1 Set of Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) Ukiyo-e, 54 Woodblock Prints
Artist: Ando Hiroshige (歌川広重，1797‑1858)
Technique: Woodblock Print
Print Paper Size: 26. 7 × 18 cm (10. 5 × 7. 1 in)
Mat Size: 33 × 24 cm (13. 0 × 9. 4 in)
Tomobako (桐木共箱) Size: H 5 × W 37 × D 28 cm (H 2. 0 × W 14. 6 × D 11. 0 in)
Material: Washi (和紙)
Carver: Bunju Reizo (文寿礼三)
Printer: Inukai Shintaro (猪饲信太郎) , Hashiba Tomekichi (羽柴留吉)
Publisher: Inukai Hanga-do (猪饲版画堂)
Production Year: Showa 38 (1963)
Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) is a renowned ukiyo-e series created by Edo-period Japanese master Ando Hiroshige. First published in 1833‑1834, it depicts landscapes and local customs at post stations along the Tokaido route from Nihonbashi in Edo to Kyoto. The Hoyudo (保永堂) edition is the most celebrated original version of this series.
This set is a woodblock reprint of Hiroshige’s Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) Hoyudo (保永堂) edition, published by Inukai Hanga-do in Showa 38 (1963) . The complete original series has 55 main prints; this surviving set has 54 main prints, missing No. 18 Ejiri (江尻，View of Miho no Matsubara) . Also included are 2 preface pages and 2 table-of-contents pages.
All pieces are hand-printed using traditional woodblock techniques. Carvers and printers faithfully replicate the original linework and colour gradation, with each colour layer hand-registered onto washi. Each print is mounted on a dedicated mat, and the set is housed in the original Tomobako.
Due to age, the print paper exhibits slight oxidative yellowing. A small number of prints have minor foxing, while colours remain vivid and saturated. The Tomobako shows age-related wear: oxidation, dust accumulation and minor scuffs. Overall condition is good for its age.
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Item Name: 1 Set of Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) Ukiyo-e, 54 Woodblock Prints
Artist: Ando Hiroshige (歌川広重，1797‑1858)
Technique: Woodblock Print
Print Paper Size: 26. 7 × 18 cm (10. 5 × 7. 1 in)
Mat Size: 33 × 24 cm (13. 0 × 9. 4 in)
Tomobako (桐木共箱) Size: H 5 × W 37 × D 28 cm (H 2. 0 × W 14. 6 × D 11. 0 in)
Material: Washi (和紙)
Carver: Bunju Reizo (文寿礼三)
Printer: Inukai Shintaro (猪饲信太郎) , Hashiba Tomekichi (羽柴留吉)
Publisher: Inukai Hanga-do (猪饲版画堂)
Production Year: Showa 38 (1963)
Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) is a renowned ukiyo-e series created by Edo-period Japanese master Ando Hiroshige. First published in 1833‑1834, it depicts landscapes and local customs at post stations along the Tokaido route from Nihonbashi in Edo to Kyoto. The Hoyudo (保永堂) edition is the most celebrated original version of this series.
This set is a woodblock reprint of Hiroshige’s Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (東海道五十三次) Hoyudo (保永堂) edition, published by Inukai Hanga-do in Showa 38 (1963) . The complete original series has 55 main prints; this surviving set has 54 main prints, missing No. 18 Ejiri (江尻，View of Miho no Matsubara) . Also included are 2 preface pages and 2 table-of-contents pages.
All pieces are hand-printed using traditional woodblock techniques. Carvers and printers faithfully replicate the original linework and colour gradation, with each colour layer hand-registered onto washi. Each print is mounted on a dedicated mat, and the set is housed in the original Tomobako.
Due to age, the print paper exhibits slight oxidative yellowing. A small number of prints have minor foxing, while colours remain vivid and saturated. The Tomobako shows age-related wear: oxidation, dust accumulation and minor scuffs. Overall condition is good for its age.
Shipping Notice
Due to service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel deliveries to the following countries effective March 10, 2026:
United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco.
Bidders located in the above regions are kindly requested not to place bids.
Note: Delivery to Italy takes approximately 6–7 days.
Customs or the courier may contact you for customs clearance. Kindly reply promptly, as delays may result in the package being returned.
Contacting them directly can help speed up the process:
dogane. malpensa. urp@agenziamalpensa. it
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
- The photographs form part of the listing description. The actual colour may differ slightly from the photos due to camera hardware and screen display settings.
- The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable) .
- This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.
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