Shui Miyako meisho zue.By Akisato Rito. Illustrated by Takehara Shunchosai. Naniwa: Kawachiya Tasuke, etc., 1787. 5 v. <特1-17> The designated place of lodging in Kyoto was the Ebiya, and here the entourage is sightseeing the Chion'in Temple, Sanjusangendo Temple, and other famous sites in Kyoto on its return trip. They viewed the famous performance of cutting tofu quickly while being entertained at Nikenjaya in Gion. This picture also shows many people peering at them. |