Suwa Collection

Moriya Pursuing Prince Shotoku who Disappears into a Tree, 19th century. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Moriya Pursuing Prince Shotoku who Disappears into a Tree, 19th century. From Biography of Prince Shotoku

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of... c. 1830/33
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei)", Japan, c. 1830/33

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of... c. 1830/33
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei)", Japan, c. 1830/33

Suwa Bluff at Nippori (Nippori Suwanodai), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views... 1856
Suwa Bluff at Nippori (Nippori Suwanodai), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1856

Catching Lampreys, Eels, and Red Rockfish on Lake Suwa, Shinshu Province from the... 1860
Catching Lampreys, Eels, and Red Rockfish on Lake Suwa, Shinshu Province from the series "One Hundred Famous Views in the Various Provinces (Shokoku meisho hyakkei)", 1860

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwa no mizuumi), from the series "Thirty-six... 1858
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwa no mizuumi), from the series "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fuji sanjurokkei)", 1858

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinano Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of... 1851/1852
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinano Suwako), from the series "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fuji sanjurokkei)", 1851/1852

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwa no mizuumi), from the series "Thirty-six... 1858
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwa no mizuumi), from the series "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fuji sanjurokkei)", 1858

Lake Suwa in Shinano Province by Katsushika Hokusai
Lake Suwa in Shinano Province (Shinshū Suwako), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjūrokkei) by Katsushika Hokusai (17601849). Date: circa 1830s

Mt. Fuji - solemn and mysterious
Tetsuya Takimoto

No. 31: View of Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass (Sanjuichi: Shiojiri toge Suwa no kosui... c. 1835 / 36)
No. 31: View of Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass (Sanjuichi: Shiojiri toge Suwa no kosui chobo), from the series " [Sixty-nine Stations of the] Kisokaido", Japan, c. 1835/36

Crossing the Frozen Suwa Lake in Shinano Province (Shinshu Suwa kosui kori watari), Japan, c. 1833/34

Japanese Matsuri Festival
Matsuri is the Japanese word for a festival or holiday. In Japan festivals are usually sponsored by a local shrine or temple

Antique illustration of Torii of temple, Suwa (Japan)

View down through the Torii - Suwa Shrine, Nagasaki, Japan Date: circa 1907

The Long Ascent - Suwa Shrine, Nagasaki, Japan Date: circa 1907

Japan - Suwa Festival
Lantern slide of Japan Suwa Festival. Suwa Shrine (suwa jinja) is the major Shinto shrine of Nagasaki, Japan, and home to the Nagasaki Kunchi (kunchi) means festival )

Fuji from Kirigamine

Morning glory of Mt. Fuji
A morning moment of Mt. Fuji together with Kitadake, the second hightest mountain peak in Japan, and Suwa lake

Suwa Shrine, Nagasaki
The Suwa Shrine, Nagasaki, Japan. Founded in 1634, amidst the Japanese governments efforts to stamp out Christianity, it is the most important Shinto shrine

Suwa shrine, Nagasaki, Japan, Asia

Suwa shrine, Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

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Suwa, a place of serene beauty and captivating wonders. Nestled in Shinano Province, it is adorned with breathtaking landscapes that have inspired artists throughout history. One such masterpiece is "Lake Suwa in Shinano Province" by Katsushika Hokusai, where the tranquil waters mirror the solemn and mysterious presence of Mt. Fuji. In Ikeda Eisen's creation, "View of Lake Suwa from Shiojiri Pass, " we are transported to a time when nature's splendor was captured on canvas. The frozen Suwa Lake beckons adventurers to embark on an extraordinary journey across its icy expanse in "Crossing the Frozen Suwa Lake in Shinano Province. " But Suwa isn't just about picturesque scenery; it comes alive during Japanese Matsuri Festivals. Vibrant colors fill the air as locals celebrate their rich cultural heritage amidst antique illustrations of Torii temples. The enchantment continues at the revered Suwa Shrine in Nagasaki, where visitors can gaze down through Torii gates or embark on a long ascent towards spiritual enlightenment. No visit to Japan would be complete without experiencing the grandeur of the annual Suwa Festival or marveling at architectural marvels like Kintai Bridge. For those seeking panoramic views, Kirigamine offers glimpses of Mt. Fuji majestically rising above clouds while morning glory flowers bloom at its foothills – a symbol of hope and resilience. Suwa is more than just a name; it embodies Japan's natural beauty and cultural richness—a destination that captivates hearts and leaves indelible memories for all who venture there.