Yoshinobu Collection

Yoshinobu Tsukada Japan The Open Championship Royal Troon, Scotland 15 July 2004 Date: 15 July 2004

Poem by Onakatomi no Yoshinobu Ason, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki), 1839

Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I, ca. 1750. Creator: Yamamoto Yoshinobu
Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I, ca. 1750

The Actor Arashi Wakano as a wakashu (youth) in a kappa (raincoat), ca. 1725. ca. 1725
The Actor Arashi Wakano as a wakashu (youth) in a kappa (raincoat), ca. 1725

HITOTSUBASHI (1837-1913). Also known as Tokugawa Yoshinobu and Tokugawa Keiki. Last Japanese Shogun. Wood engraving, American, c1900. Hitotsubashi Urged by His Counsellors to Commit Hara-Kiri

From the series Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets: Onakatomi no Yoshinobu, c1830. Artist: Hokusai
From the series Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets: Onakatomi no Yoshinobu, c1830. Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

ENGLISH IN JAPAN, 1867. The reception in Osaka of the British Minister, Sir Harry Smith Parkes, by Hitotsubashi, last Shogun of Japan. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1867

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Yoshinobu, a name that echoes through history and art. From the poetic verses of Onakatomi no Yoshinobu Ason to the captivating performances of Kabuki actor Onoe Kikugoro I, this name has left its mark on Japanese culture. Yamamoto Yoshinobu's creation of the iconic Kabuki actor in 1750 showcases the timeless allure of this figure. Intriguingly, even a simple raincoat can become a work of art when worn by an actor like Arashi Wakano as a wakashu (youth) in a kappa. The delicate brushstrokes of Hokusai immortalize Onakatomi no Yoshinobu in his series Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets, capturing his essence for generations to come. But beyond artistic representations lies another Yoshinobu - Yoshinobu Tsukada. This individual carries the weighty legacy associated with namesake Hitotsubashi (Tokugawa) Yoshinobu, who served as Japan's last Shogun during tumultuous times. Wood engravings from different eras depict Hitotsubashi surrounded by advisors and receiving foreign dignitaries like Sir Harry Smith Parkes. The juxtaposition between these historical figures named Yoshinobu highlights their diverse roles and impact on Japanese society. Whether it be through poetry, theater, or political leadership, each one contributes to Japan's rich cultural tapestry. As we delve into their stories and examine their contributions, let us remember that behind every name lies an intricate web connecting past and present – reminding us that even centuries later, individuals named Yoshinobu continue to shape our world.