- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto ' conveying a wish for

' conveying a wish for healthy growth in children

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

'Sumidagawa Sekiya no Sato' (View from Sekiya by Sumida River)

The warm hues of the setting sun bathe the pagoda in a soft glow

which generally uses planks cut along the grain

- Aoi Yabu (Blue Thicket), 1974 - Shufu Miyamoto ' conveying a wish forThe 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