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Woodblock print of tan leaves covering rice cakes below columns of calligraphy.
Nagayama Kōin 長山孔寅, Cakes Wrapped in Oak Leaves, Edo Period. Gift of George Pierce Metcalf

Eating in Edo

April 1 - October 8, 2023
Woodblock print of tan leaves covering rice cakes below columns of calligraphy.
Nagayama Kōin 長山孔寅, Cakes Wrapped in Oak Leaves, Edo Period. Gift of George Pierce Metcalf

Introduction

Culinary culture flourished in
Japan during the prosperous Edo period (1615–1868), when Japan experienced its
longest period of peace. These 18 woodblock prints explore the richness of Edo
cuisine, its beautiful presentations, and the wide variety of ingredients from
land and sea that contributed to its development.

Wai Yee Chiong, associate curator of Asian art

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