Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825) | Enjoying cherry blossoms in full bloom | Edo period, early 19th century

Elegantly garbed women and musicians are depicted on the upper floor of a teahouse surrounded by cherry trees in spring. Further beauties stand beside a meandering river strewn with fallen blossoms. A young gentleman being served sake on the veranda of a building on the opposite bank looks out over the scene.