Portrait of Hiroshi Yoshida

The 7 Most Famous Hiroshi Yoshida Paintings, Each One of a Kind

Updated November 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 7 works by Hiroshi Yoshida in our catalogue

In short

Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) (1920) is the Hiroshi Yoshida painting that draws the most eyes; the original belongs to the Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo. After it, the eye goes to Nude Woman with Lions (1909) and House on the Hill (1902). Among the 7 works of Hiroshi Yoshida in our catalog, these 7 are the most famous, each a unique original presented with its year, its museum and the reason it endures.

1876 – 1950, Kurume Most works: Toledo Museum of Art
Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) (1920) by Hiroshi Yoshida1. Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) 1920 Nude Woman with Lions (1909) by Hiroshi Yoshida2. Nude Woman with Lions 1909 House on the Hill (1902) by Hiroshi Yoshida3. House on the Hill 1902

Top 10 paintings by Hiroshi Yoshida, through the gallery's eye

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Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) (1920) by Hiroshi Yoshida

Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees)

1920 · Woodblock Print · Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo

Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees), painted in 1920 by the esteemed Japanese master Yoshida Hiroshi, is more than just a depiction of blossoming cherry trees; it's an exquisitely rendered meditation on beauty, tranquility, and the ephemeral nature of existence. This captivating artwork, measuring 45 x 29 cm, offers a profound glimpse into the heart of shin-hanga – a revolutionary artistic movement that redefined Japanese landscape painting in the early 20th century.…

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Nude Woman with Lions (1909) by Hiroshi Yoshida

Nude Woman with Lions

1909 · Oil On Canvas · Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo

Shadows pool in the recesses of a rocky cavern, where the air feels heavy with the scent of damp stone and warm fur. A nude woman sits amidst a circle of lions, her skin catching a soft, unseen light that spills from above. She does not flinch from the predators; instead, she exists in a state of profound stillness. The lions, with their heavy manes and muscular frames, rest in…

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The museums that keep Hiroshi Yoshida's originals

The 4 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.

Museum City Works by Hiroshi Yoshida Paintings from this list
Toledo Museum of Art, ToledoToledo Museum of Art Toledo 1 Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees)
Tokyo National Museum, TokyoTokyo National Museum Tokyo 1 Nude Woman with Lions
Cleveland Museum of Art, ClevelandCleveland Museum of Art Cleveland 1 Waterfall
Fukuoka Art Museum, FukuokaFukuoka Art Museum Fukuoka 1 Twelve Views of the Japan Alps

Hiroshi Yoshida across the years: the unique originals of each

A long career of 25 years, 1902 to 1926: Hiroshi Yoshida's most famous originals, shown year by year.

Works per year

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Hiroshi Yoshida's paintings: questions for the gallery

What is the single most famous work of Hiroshi Yoshida?Reveal the answer

Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) (1920), Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo. Nude Woman with Lions (1909) and House on the Hill (1902) come next.

At what age did Hiroshi Yoshida create Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees)?Reveal the answer

44 years old: Kumoi-Zakura (Kumoi Cherry Trees) dates from 1920, and Hiroshi Yoshida was born in 1876.

How many works by Hiroshi Yoshida are known?Reveal the answer

Our catalog holds 7 works by Hiroshi Yoshida, dated from 1902 to 1926.

Where can the most famous Hiroshi Yoshida originals be seen?Reveal the answer

Mostly in Toledo Museum of Art (Toledo), Tokyo National Museum (Tokyo) and Cleveland Museum of Art (Cleveland). The museum table above lists them all.

Which famous Hiroshi Yoshida painting is the earliest, and which the latest?Reveal the answer

On this page, the earliest is House on the Hill (1902) and the latest Sailing Boats - Evening, from ‘The Seto Inland Sea Series’ (1926).

Hiroshi Yoshida: a portrait of the artist

**a japanese master of shin-hanga style**

hiroshi yoshida, a renowned japanese painter and woodblock printmaker, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating landscapes. born in 1876 in kurume, fukuoka, japan, yoshida's artistic journey was marked by innovation, exploration, and a deep passion for capturing the beauty of nature.

**early life and training**

adopted by the yoshida family at the age of 15, hiroshi began his artistic training under tamura sōryū and miyake kokki in kyoto. he later moved to tokyo, where he became a member of the meiji bijutsukai (meiji art society), the first western-style art organization in japan.

**artistic achievements**

  • hiroshi yoshida's collaboration with watanabe print workshop in 1920 marked the beginning of his woodcut journey, starting with a print depicting the meiji shrine.
  • in 1925, he established his own studio, combining traditional japanese techniques with western-style painting to create unique prints.
  • notable works include "the grand canyon" (part of his series europe) and "glittering sea" (from the seto inland sea series).

**influence and legacy**

yoshida's innovative approach to shin-hanga style has influenced generations of artists. his travels around the world, capturing diverse landscapes in traditional japanese woodblock style, have made his works highly regarded globally.

**selected paintings by yoshida hiroshi**

**conclusion**

yoshida hiroshi's artistic legacy is a testament to the enduring power of japanese art. his innovative approach to shin-hanga style has left an indelible mark on the world of art, inspiring generations to come. view more artworks by yoshida hiroshi on OriginalUniqueArt.com
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