Great Fire in Ryōgoku at Asakusa Bridge by Kobayashi Kiyochika is a dramatic woodblock print depicting the devastating fire that ravaged the Ryōgoku district in Edo (now Tokyo). The scene captures the intensity and chaos of the fire, with plumes of smoke and flames rising above the iconic Asakusa Bridge. Kiyochika’s detailed linework and masterful use of color bring the disaster to life, creating a sense of urgency and despair. The work is a powerful representation of the tumultuous period in Japan’s history.