From Edo to Kyoto: A 19th-Century Journey Through Japan's Tōkaidō Way
Maidstone Museum, Maidstone · 14 November 2026
Image: Maidstone MuseumA display of the complete set of 55 Hiroshige ukiyo-e woodblock prints from 1832, tracing the 319 mile Tōkaidō Way from Edo to Kyoto. The prints show the people, buildings, daily life and landscapes along the route. It is held at Maidstone Museum and suits families and anyone interested in Japanese art and history.
Highlights
- Complete set of 55 Hiroshige woodblock prints from 1832
- Follows the 319 mile Tōkaidō Way from Edo to Kyoto
- Admission from £2.25, with family tickets and under 5s free
Getting there
Maidstone Museum, ME14 1LH
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