The Bloom of Genroku Culture
Mio’s journey led her next to the Genroku era, a time of peace and prosperity in the Edo period, where arts, culture, and economy flourished. She stepped into the streets of Edo to experience this vibrant culture and societal atmosphere.
In the town, kabuki theater and ukiyo-e woodblock prints added color to people’s lives. Mio attended a kabuki play and met with ukiyo-e artists, overwhelmed by the expressiveness and artistic talents of the Genroku era, where people found and expressed joy through art.
She also immersed herself in traditional cultures like tea ceremony and haiku, learning how they were ingrained in the Japanese way of life. The energy and creativity of this era inspired Mio profoundly.
Walking through the bustling streets of Edo, the epicenter of Genroku culture, Mio sensed the liveliness of the people and the richness of the culture. The lessons and experiences from this era played a significant role in her journey, adding depth to her art.