Akashi Collection

Akashi of the Tamaya, from the series Seven Komachis of Yoshiwara (Seiro nana)
Akashi of the Tamaya, from the series Seven Komachis of Yoshiwara (Seiro nana Komachi) (Tamaya uchi Akashi, Uraji, Shimano), Japan, c. 1794/95

Kobe, Japan at Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge spanning the Seto Inland Sea from Kobe, Japan

Kobe, Japan at Akashi Kaikyo Bridge at dusk over the Seto Inland Sea

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Kobe, Japan

Akashi, Hyogo, Japan castle tower and downtown cityscape with cherry blossoms in spring

Akashi Bay, late 18th century (ink on paper sized with mica)
5321963 Akashi Bay, late 18th century (ink on paper sized with mica) by Ike (Tokuyama) Gyokuran (1727-84); 21.6x44.5 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Japan, c. 1912: Sun-set, Akashi coast (photo)
6013092 Japan, c.1912: Sun-set, Akashi coast (photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sun-set, Akashi coast)

Japanese cruiser Akashi at NYK Docks, Shanghai, China
Japanese Suma class cruiser Akashi at NYK (Nippon Yusen Kaisha Line) Docks, Wayside Wharf, Shanghai, China. circa 1910s

Coastline at Akashi in southern Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
The Coastline at Akashi in southern Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, on the Seto Inland Sea west of Kobe. Date: circa 1910s

Bund at Akashi, near Kobe, Japan, with a horse on the beach. Date: circa 1910

Japan - Kakimoto Shrine, Akashi, Hyogo
Japan - Kakimoto Shrine (1620), Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture to the west of Kobe - dedicated to the Poet Kakinomoto Hitomaro Date: circa 1906

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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Akashi, Japan - home to the magnificent Akashi Kaikyo Bridge spanning the Seto Inland Sea from Kobe. As dusk falls over the sea, witness a mesmerizing view of this architectural marvel that connects cities and hearts. Immerse yourself in the charm of Kobe, with its vibrant downtown cityscape adorned by cherry blossoms in spring. Explore history at Akashi Castle Tower, where ancient traditions meet modernity. Step back in time as you admire an ink-on-paper artwork depicting Akashi Bay during the late 18th century or get a glimpse into early 20th-century Japan with a captivating photo capturing a sun-set on Akashi coast. Join us on this journey through time and culture, where even Japanese cruiser Akashi at NYK Docks in Shanghai leaves traces of intercontinental connections. Let your senses be captivated by both nature's wonders and human ingenuity as you traverse this iconic bridge that symbolizes unity and progress.