Daikoku Collection

Daikoku and Ebisu: Gods of Wealth and Commerce, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Daikoku and Ebisu: Gods of Wealth and Commerce, 18th century

Two foxes for the Torri of the Inari Jinja, 1800-1900. Creator: Anon
Two foxes for the Torri of the Inari Jinja, 1800-1900

A Court Lady as Daikoku, from the series "Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune... c. 1820
A Court Lady as Daikoku, from the series " Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune for the Hanagasa Poetry Club (Hanagasaren shichifukujin)", Japan, c. 1820

Egoyomi Daikoku, 1864. Creator: Choshuntei Naokage
Egoyomi Daikoku, 1864. Egoyomi calendar with the god of wealth, Daikoku, seated on two rice bales

Daikoku balancing rice bales, mallet, and rooster on his feet, Japan, 1825

The gods of fortune Ebisu and Daikoku, Japan, 1797. Creator: Hokusai
The gods of fortune Ebisu and Daikoku, Japan, 1797

Sugawara of the Tsuruya dreaming of Daikoku, c. 1778. Creator: Isoda Koryusai
Sugawara of the Tsuruya dreaming of Daikoku, c. 1778

Traffic and pedestrians on the Daikoku bridge, Osaka, Japan, late 19th century

Daikoku is one of the Seven Gods of Luck in Japanese mythology, known as the god of wealth and guardian of farmers. He is often depicted carrying a wish-granting mallet in his hand

Actors as the Seven Gods of Fortune on a Treasure Ship, 1800-05 (woodblock)
873266 Actors as the Seven Gods of Fortune on a Treasure Ship, 1800-05 (woodblock) by Toyokuni, Utagawa (1769-1825); 35.24 x74.61 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

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Daikoku and Shoki Playing Chess, ca. 1730. ca. 1730. Creator: Okumura Toshinobu
Daikoku and Shoki Playing Chess, ca. 1730

Seven Lucky Gods, Between 1775 and 1780. Artist: Kitao, Shigemasa (1739-1820)
Seven Lucky Gods, Between 1775 and 1780. Private Collection

Seven Lucky Gods, 1810s. Artist: Shunsen (Shunko II), Katsukawa (1762-1830)
Seven Lucky Gods, 1810s. Private Collection

Seven Lucky Gods, ca 1878. Artist: Anonymous
Seven Lucky Gods, ca 1878. Private Collection

Seven Lucky Gods, 1843-1845. Artist: Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1797-1861)
Seven Lucky Gods, 1843-1845. Private Collection

Daikoku Ebisu Two Seven Gods Happiness Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Daikoku and Ebisu, Two of the Seven Gods of Happiness. Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Japanese, 1797-1861). Ink on paper; sheet: 31.3 x 24.2 cm (12 5/16 x 9 1/2 in.)

The God of Good Fortune Daikoku, on Horseback, Being Led by an... probably 1834, year of the horse
The God of Good Fortune Daikoku, on Horseback, Being Led by an Ohara Maiden, probably 1834, year of the horse

Daikoku Bridge, Osaka, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

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Daikoku God Luck Radish Edo period 1615-1868
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Daikoku Juro Ebisu Gods Luck Edo period 1615-1868
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Geb[h]Ac no atamazori, Shaving a monks head [Daikoku shaving Fukurokujins head]. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [ between 1818 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut, color; 37.8 x 24.7 cm

Daikoku to yA'jo, Daikoku and courtesan. Okumura, Masanobu, 1686-1764, artist, [between 1711 and 1716, printed later], 1 print : woodcut, color; 23.8 x 37.1 cm

Iro gonomi no nuke daikoku, Daikoku taking a peek. Suzuki, Harunobu, 1725?-1770, artist, [1767 or 1768], 1 print : woodcut, color; 27.4 x 21.5 cm

Ebisu daikoku no manzai, Ebisu and Daikaku celebrating. Tamagawa, ShA'chAc, active 1789-1801, artist, [between 1795 and 1801], 1 print : woodcut, color; 36.3 x 24.5 cm

Daikoku to fukurokuju no sumAc, Sumo match between Daikoku and Fukurokuju. Utagawa, Toyokuni, approximately 1777-1835, artist, 1831. 1 print : woodcut, color; 18.9 x 12.8 cm

Daikoku and courtesan. Print shows Daikoku, one of the seven gods of fortune, sitting on the ground, holding a large sack from which two women emerge. Date between 1711 and 1716, printed later

The god of good fortune, Daikoku and Chinese children. Print shows Daikokuten, one of the seven lucky gods of Japan, sitting on baskets

Sumo match between Daikoku and Fukurokuju. Print shows the Buddhist gods Daikoku and Fukurokuju, two of the seven lucky gods of Japan, as sumo wrestlers. Date 1831

Shaving a monks head Daikoku shaving Fukurokujins head. Print shows a woman reading, sitting in a chair at a cabinet containing tea service utensils

The god of good fortune, Daikoku. Print shows Daikokuten, one of the seven lucky gods of Japan, holding a mallet, about to strike a rat attempting to get into a grain basket

Daikoku taking a peek. Print shows Daikoku descending from a picture hanging on a wall to peek under the kimono of a sleeping woman. Date 1767 or 1768

Daikoku, God of Wealth
The God of Wealth carries a bag of rice, representing wealth; his upraised hammer is a magic container from which he showers coins on those he favours

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Daikoku: The Symbol of Fortune and Prosperity in Japanese Art Throughout history, the figure has been depicted in various forms, showcasing his significance as a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture. In one captivating artwork titled "A Court Lady as Daikoku, " created by Katsukawa Shuntei around 1820, we see the intriguing fusion of femininity with the deity's attributes. Another remarkable piece is "Egoyomi Daikoku" from 1864 by Choshuntei Naokage. This artwork portrays Daikoku balancing rice bales, a mallet, and even a rooster on his feet – an impressive display that represents abundance and fertility. In Hokusai's work from 1797 titled "The Gods of Fortune Ebisu and Daikoku, " we witness the harmonious presence of these two deities associated with wealth and luck. Their depiction showcases their importance within Japanese folklore. Isoda Koryusai's creation called "Sugawara of the Tsuruya dreaming of Daikoku" dates back to approximately 1778. It depicts Sugawara no Michizane, a renowned scholar who dreams about encountering Daikoku – perhaps seeking guidance or blessings for his endeavors. Moving away from artistry focused solely on deities, there are depictions such as "Traffic and pedestrians on the Daikoku bridge" capturing everyday life scenes in Osaka during different periods. These snapshots provide insight into how this iconic bridge played a role in connecting people throughout history. Woodblock prints like "Actors as the Seven Gods of Fortune on a Treasure Ship" (1800-05) demonstrate how actors embodied these gods' personas to bring good fortune to audiences through theatrical performances. Such displays were not only entertaining but also served as reminders for people to embrace positivity and hopefulness. The Yokohama Bridges hold historical significance, and one can imagine the bustling activity that took place on these structures.