The article explores the historical significance of the Nakasendō, a vital thoroughfare connecting Kyoto and Edo during Japan's Edo Period. Notably documented in woodblock prints by artists Keisai Eisen and Utagawa Hiroshige, the road reflects Japan's isolation and cultural richness. While it saw fewer travelers post-Edo Period due to industrialization, parts remain intact. The author recounts a walking trip along a well-preserved section, highlighting the journey's connection to the art and landscape depicted in historical prints, blending history and modern experience in Japan's picturesque Kiso Valley.
The designers of this itinerary imagined a journey rich with the history of the Nakasendō, which played a crucial role in connecting Kyoto and Edo.
Walking the Nakasendō today allows one to step back into a world depicted in classic ukiyo-e prints, blending nature and the sublime.
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