Chuo-ku Tourism Association correspondent blog

Around Ginza 5-chome 13-9 to 14.

From the explanation board indicated by the Chuo-ku Board of Education, you can see that "Kano Painting School" had a reasonable size.

There is an explanation board at the corner of Sun Building on the northeast side where Showa-dori and Miyuki-dori intersect.

It seems that there was an art school in the back area.

It is located one block south of the newly renovated Kabukiza Theater, which will be dropped in April.

This area is the neighborhood of "Kibikicho" in terms of the place name of Edo.

What was the art school in Kano school that continued throughout the Edo period?

 

Speaking of Kano school, Japanese history textbooks also show shohekiga boldly depicting flowers and trees such as "Tang Lion" and "Pine" on golden land.

It was founded by Masanobu Kano, a painter of the Muromachi Shogunate.

Since Muromachi, he has been tied to the powers of the time, such as Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Shogunate, and has solidified his ground at the center of the art gallery.

 

The image of Azuchi-Momoyama culture in me is strongly influenced by the shohekiga created by Kano school painters.

From the Imperial Household Agency Sannomaru Shozokan, you can feel the magnificent radiance of Momoyama.

 

During the Edo period, Yotsuya Kano took power as a master painter.

The three brothers, Kano Shuyu (Morinobu), Shoshin, and Yasunobu, each had a worship house from the Shogunate in Kajibashi, Kibiki-cho (initially Takekawa-cho), and Nakahashi, respectively, and became the founder of each Kano family. . Later, it was called Kano Yotsuya, together with the Hamacho Kano family of Shinshin, which was branched from Kibiki-cho.

Looking at the old map of Edo, the worship mansion is displayed in the white of the samurai area.

The Oku-e artist was said to have been allowed to see the general and have a sword, so he had the same formal style as Hagimoto.

Since the Kano clan inherited the Oku painter, you can see the momentum.

 

Was there a demand for painting?

Even the fusuma picture surrounding the hall of Edo Castle alone is enormous.

When it comes to creating a magnificent group of works that show off the authority of the Shogun family, an organizational production system similar to construction work would have been required.

From paintings on sliding-door panel and folding screens to kakejiku and folding fans, production and restoration work continues.

Indeed, when there are no printers, a group of skilled painters is needed.

And the Kano family was also a producer who led the group of painters and led the whole.

 

It is said that the Kobikicho Kano family's painting school, which is said to have been the most prosperous in Kano Yotsuya, was attended by children of painters from various clans at the age of 14.5, and spent more than 10 years of training. .

More than 50.60 junior high school students were constantly improving their skills and waiting for the opportunity to enter the world.

The mansion was also vast because he had many juku students, stored a wide variety of art materials, and stored various works.

The ambitions of young painters would have been swirling in the painting school.

 

With the Oku-e artist Yotsuya at the top, 15 houses called "Omote-eshi" were the paintings of the Shogunate and temples and shrines.

Painters called "Machi Kano" responded to the demands of townspeople.

The activities of these painters laid the foundations of Edo culture.

 

It is said that Kano school's learning method was simply copying an example.

In a sense, it was necessary to not show individuality when conducting organized production by groups.

However, in the sense of the common people, Kano school appears as a formal and stagnant painting and applauds the ukiyo-e who freely asserts individuality.

This feeling continues even now, and the works of Kano school during the Edo period are not very popular.

However, Kano school, which was at the center of the art gallery for 400 years from the middle of Muromachi to the end of the Edo period, continues to have a great influence on Japanese culture.

 

The worship residence of Kano Yotsuya is located in Chuo-ku, so that it is convenient for climbing Edo Castle.

 

 

 

 

Even after the spring, "the coldest winter this winter" comes down one after another.

In February, when I tend to shrink, I feel that food-related events continue.

 

Eat the beans sowed in Setsubun, plus 1 of the year.

I put on "Ehomaki" toward this year's direction.

I was dazzled by the decoration of "Valentine Day" under Depa.

Nowadays, Valentine's Day is not particular about "female to man", but gifts from "men to women" are usually given.

In that case, how is "White Day" positioned in March?

Is the industry's gimmick moving secretly these days when "giri chocolate" is no longer available?

 

And do you know that "Hatsuno Inari" is interrupting the eating habits of February?

On the first day (Hatsuuma), I try to eat "Inarizushi".

Yeah. In the first place, the level of "What is the first day?"

 

A, first noon is the first day of February.

It's the noon of the zodiac sign of the child, the Ox, and the Tiger.

It is also said to be the day of the afternoon after the spring.

So, how grateful that "Hatsuno" is, it is the day when Inari descended into this world.

The place is Mt. Inari in Fushimi, Kyoto.

The place where Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine is famous for its Senbon Torii, which is lined with vermilion torii gates.

This Inari-sama is amazing!

You have various things such as rich harvest, thriving business, traffic safety, etc., and a vast virtue.

I appreciate the naming itself of rice, the staple food of Japanese people, "packing rice".

On the first day of the first day, we pray for fried oil at Inari Shrines in various places.

Of course, fried oil is a favorite of white foxes used by God.

(I've only seen the fox actually eating fried oil in picture books.)

 

In the Edo period, the first noon was the reference date for admission to Terakoya.

It's a day when you have a Tenjin desk and enter the training teacher.

In some regions, various events were held in which children played a leading role.

It was so close to you.

It is often found in the city of Edo. It says "Iseya, the dog's lie in Inari."

I'm sorry if you were lined up with a dog's poop.

 

In Chuo-ku, there are many Inari Shrines.

Festival days are filled with human waves, such as Tepposu Inari Shrine in Minato and Namishi Inari Shrine in Tsukiji.

Kasama Inari Shrine is also located in the Nihonbashi Seven Lucky Gods Tour, and Koami Shrine and Suehiro Shrine are said to have originated in Inari Shrine.

"Ginza Hatcho Shrine Tour" is Sachi Inari, Ginza Inari, Asahi Inari, Hodo Inari, Azuma Inari, Kakugo Inari, Toyo Iwaine, Success Inari Shrine.

Surprisingly many Inari-sama protected the city.

 

Inarizushi is a food that can be eaten throughout the year and can change the ingredients wrapped in fried oil according to the season.

Since the Edo period, it has been popular as a fast food that can be packed with coins.

Will the "Hatsuno Inari" be established nationwide as an event in February?

 

Actually, I like fried oil.

There was a time when I spent lunch at the employee cafeteria, with three dishes, "fox soba, Inarizushi, cold yakko".

Let's eat it even if it's not the first noon. Hey, Mr.

Obviously, my tail is ...　　　Corn.

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Yeah. There's something wrong with me."

It was an honest impression when I first saw main hall in Tsukiji Honganji.

When I anticipate this kind of thing and see something different from what I expected, there is a feeling that I do not want to recognize the difference, saying, "Isn't it different?"

 

Speaking of Honganji, the Great temple complex has a strong presence in the city of Kyoto.

I can't help but remember the magnificent wooden buildings.

It is a national treasure building that conveys the gorgeous breath of Momoyama culture. A garden with special scenic spots and historic sites.

I was expecting such a structure, but he removed it brilliantly.

 

If you exit the first entrance of Tsukiji Station on the Hibiya Line and look east side, it is the main gate of Tsukiji Honganji Temple.

Against the backdrop of the clear blue sky of Tokyo in winter, a huge building of ancient Indian style sits.

It is a white, shining stone building with towers on both wings.

 

What was different from my expectations?

First of all, the building must be in an ancient Indian style.

The structure is not a wooden building.

There is no Shichido garan that forms the spread of the temple.

In other words, it is far from the image of a Japanese temple that I envisioned.

 

When I was used to visiting buildings several times, I learned about Chuta Ito, an architect and historian who was active from the Meiji era to the Showa era.

I am involved in the design of many shrines and temples such as Yushima Seido Temple and Yasukuni Shrine shrine gate.

It also has large-scale constructions such as the Kanematsu Auditorium of Hitotsubashi University and the Okura Museum of Art.

The main hall of Tsukiji Honganji was also designed by Dr. Chuta Ito.

Why didn't many people involved in the construction of temples and shrines use wooden buildings?

 

According to related materials, Dr. Chuta Ito was invited as a design advisor to Kanda Myojin Reconstruction in 1926 (Daisho 15).

This is to rebuild the shrine hall, which was destroyed by the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923.

At that time, we recommend the use of a steel-framed reinforced concrete structure, which is very rare at that time.

This is undoubtedly a choice to enhance the earthquake resistance and fire resistance of the building due to the experience of the Great Kanto Earthquake.

 

Tsukiji Honganji also burned down Dou due to the Great Kanto Earthquake.

At the time of reconstruction in 1934 (Showa 9), it appears that the purpose of using the structure as steel-framed reinforced concrete was non-combustible seismic resistance.

One part of this was that Shichido garan was brought together and a large space in front of main hall.

 

If you are an architectural historian, the architectural style of ancient India, with Japanese temples, the birthplace of the Buddhist Omoto, Historical Buddha, and ancient Indians.

The design in front of the central dome is "Bodhi tree leaves". "Lotus flower" is blooming in it.

The concrete surface is covered with marble, or a makeup brick is used to accentuate it.

The winged lion statue roars on both sides of the main hall front stairs. It is a figure similar to a sphinx, not a guardian dog.

 

Press the front door and enter the inside of main hall. Sanomune temple.

inner sanctum uses plenty of gold leaf.

Statue of Amida Nyorai stays fast.

The shadow of the saints and high priests.

"Folding coffered ceiling" shows shrines and temples's character.

The smoke of incense drifts vigorously as many as the number of worshipers.

 

On the other hand, the windows are made of vivid stained glass and pipe organs are installed.

I feel the strength of absorbing diverse cultures that are not bound by things in Asia and Western Europe.

 

Chuta Ito placed a very cute design everywhere in the building.

In particular, animals connect the temple as something more familiar.

Elephants, cows, horses, etc. can be easily found. When it comes to chickens, monkeys, and phoenixs, concentration is required.

 

After leaving the main hall, looking back at the main hall, the light blue wooden frame window glass glowed dullly.

Did a slightly distorted old glass reflect the light of the sun?

 

 

I walked from Nihonbashi to Kyobashi and Ginza to choose a Christmas present.

Under the mild winter weather of wind, I removed the coat button, and in the sun, I had the coat on my side.

Proceed south-southwest along Chuo-dori.

On the way, you'll get into the intersection street.

The reason to bend is the street tree.

A tree-lined road that creates beautiful scenery of the city.

Chuo Ward has more than 30 kinds of various street trees and trees.

 

At this time, the most shining is a row of ginkgo trees.

In the background of the blue sky with skyscrapers cut into squares, bright yellow colors are growing rapidly.

Well, it's refreshing.

Ginkgo leaves, which dance in the wind and spread the sidewalk, reflect the sunshine and create a glossy luster.

It is the most beautiful scenery of Tokyo in the early winter.

 

The fallen leaves of Marronnier are large one by one, and when you walk on it like a child, you will hear a fun sound.

Platanus still has a variety of colored brown leaves on its branches.

If I could wear this kind of astringent color into a shirt or jacket, I wonder if I could become an adult who can be seen at a glance.

Even on the same street tree, the willow, a symbol of Ginza, had a lush green line.

 

If you look closely, the trees that have completely fallen leaves are wrapped with LED lights.

When the sun sets, light will begin to dance from the trunk to the tip of the branch.

One of the pleasures unique to this season is "Searching for illumination devices".

At the entrance of the building, on pillars and walls, on the surfaces and plantings of trees, look for wiring and light bulbs that have been prepared.

If you find such a device under the sun, you will have a faint self-satisfaction.

Of course, after the night book goes down, I come to see the shining illuminations, but it's fun to find out how the techniques and craftsmanship that create the light are well prepared.

At night, Chuo-dori (Ginza-dori) is wrapped in illuminations, nicknamed "Hikari Michi".

It will be held until January 6 next year.

 

The streets of pedestrian paradise are interesting, such as broadcasting TV shows and some handsome groups that promote overseas brands.

Oh. The bell is ringing.

 

 

 

Each time it rained, the change in temperature was felt on my skin, and I began to wear more one by one.

The maple front is also moving from north to south, from mountains to satoyama and towns.

 

Autumn leaves hunting, yellow leaves hunting.

This year, I removed the opportunity to walk slowly in the wilderness, and if I noticed, there are only a few remaining in November.

Where is the most concentrated trees in Chuo-ku?

After all, it's Hamarikyu.

That's why I decided to spend a moment of Koharu weather in Hamarikyu Onshi Garden.

 

In the park, pine and other green trees grew plump, and the branches were stretched glossy against the backdrop of a clear blue sky without clouds.

The autumn leaves are ...

The fallen leaves of broadleaf tree laid on the path showed the impact of yesterday's rain and wind.

I wonder if it's time to see it.

But the color of Japanese maple is now on, and there are still trees that turn yellow.

The leaves exposed to the sunshine are glittering and seem to be waiting for themselves to shine.

The rich variety of trees is also the attraction of Hamarikyu.

 

On the other hand, I wanted to enter the winter, but it was being done steadily.

"Komomaki" winds a straw belt around the pine trunk.

It kills pests that are not good at cold by pouring them into straw.

It seems that the tree is just a belly winding, and it looks warm.

"Yukitsuri", which stretches a rope radially from the tip of the pillar so that the branches of the tree do not break.

The triangular cone made by the rope pin and stretched shape seems to indicate the preparation for winter.

The contrast with the Japanese garden makes you feel fun, reminiscent of the Christmas tree during the season.

 

On that day, there were many customers from overseas.

When I approached the angle while thinking that I was taking a commemorative photo with the autumn leaves in the background, I was impressed.

I was taking pictures of Shiodome's unique skyscrapers and Tokyo Tower with a cluster of green trees at the bottom.

Heading to Tokyo Bay, Rainbow Bridge and Odaiba were also targets for shooting.

This place offers a panoramic view of Tokyo's sightseeing spots.

It is around "Hino Kuchiyama" located in the eastern part of the park.

 

 

The street trees in Tokyo, the trees in small parks, and the hedges and plantings of houses are also time to move to maple trees.

Nishiki has come down to the city.

It is a color that gives you a sense of energy in a pleasant season.

 

 

 

Senior: It's finally completed. The red brick station building at Tokyo Station.

Junior: This is the news, and it's a place where salaried workers go to work after consecutive holidays.

　　　　Seniors, I came along because they said they would have a lunch dinner, but is it a station?

　　　　I'm not Tetsu-chan (railway enthusiast).

　　　　But even if it is a holiday, do you have a lot of mechamecha and people?

Senior: The preservation and restoration work, which took more than five years, was over, and the grand opening was opened on October 1st.

　　　　Everyone wants to see that figure.

Junior: Are you building at the station?

　　　　Yeah. I wasn't very interested, but when I look at it again, it's amazing.

　　　　The red brick station building is somewhat cool, isn't it?

Senior: The central station, Tokyo Station, opened in 1914. 1914.

　　　　It was restored to its appearance about 100 years ago.

 

Junior: Do you have a brick for 100 years?

　　　　The house of "three pigs" did not blow away.

Senior: The best of architectural technology at the time of the Meiji and Taisho eras was utilized.

　　　　10,000 pine stakes are driven to form foundations, and bricks are reinforced with steel frames.

　　　　We use materials with high strength.

　　　　Even during the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 (1923), it continued to build without any fatal damage.

　　　　The dome and the third floor were burned down in the raid of 1945 (1945) and restored to a two-story station building.

　　　　The octagonal dome was also very good.

Junior: Did you support the building with wooden stakes?

Senior: I recreated the foundation with a new reinforced concrete.

　　　　We installed 352 new seismic isolation devices and 158 oil dampers.

　　　　It supports the station building with a total weight of 70,000 tons.

　　　　Considering that the world's top-class construction has been carried out, I wonder if Japan's technological capabilities are exciting.

Junior: Something is "Trihada", isn't it?

　　　　The numbers are too big, so it doesn't come out.

Senior: Like the structure of the foundation, the roof, walls, and every corner of the interior decoration are also used.

　　　　It shows the heartfelt skills of many engineers and craftsmen.

　　　　It has been handed down from generation to generation by engineers who have been built and maintained and repaired by craftsmen 100 years ago.

　　　　Furthermore, for the next 100 years, it has been restored by the best technology today.

 

Junior: Some people look at the ceiling of the dome with binoculars.

Senior: A lot of decorative reliefs are hidden.

　　　　It's interesting to look for it.

Junior: Do you have any recommendations for seniors?

Senior: Look around the carriage at the front entrance.

　　　　Then, the brick wall of the Tokyo Station Gallery (Museum).

　　　　You can see wooden bricks carbonized in the war.

Junior: Is it a brick wall?

Senior: You'd better be practical.

　　　　Then, look around the entire station building from the surrounding buildings.

　　　　In particular, you can create an adult scene by watching the illuminated scenery at night through the window of the restaurant.

Junior: She will be happy too.

　　　　It's fun.

Senior: I wish I could feel the spread of the sky above the station building.

　　　　The space that connects Miyuki Street and spreads out in front of the Imperial Palace Square.

　　　　I think it shows the style of being the gateway to the capital Tokyo and Japan.

　　　　It is a space filled with the thoughts of many people.

　　　　And the construction is still going on without rest.

 

Junior: Oh, my senior, I'm hungry.

Senior: How about beef stew at the Tokyo Station Hotel in the station building?

Junior: I'm sorry. Thank you for your dinner.

 　　　　

※From the Tourism Association Secretariat

Tokyo Station itself is Chiyoda-ku, but I posted it because Yaesu underground may be Chuo-ku.