Six Immortal Poets Collection

Ono no Komachi, between circa 1845 and circa 1849. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Ono no Komachi, between circa 1845 and circa 1849. From number 9

Narihira at the Sumida River Watching Capital Birds, c1766. Creator: Shunsho
Narihira at the Sumida River Watching Capital Birds, c1766. From Tales of Ise in Iroha Order

Sojo Henjo, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu... c. 1814/17)
Sojo Henjo, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Ariwara no Narihira, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets... c. 1814/17
Ariwara no Narihira, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Bunya no Yasuhide, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets... c. 1814/17
Bunya no Yasuhide, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Kisen Hoshi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu... c. 1814/17)
Kisen Hoshi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Otomo no Kuronushi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets... c. 1814/17
Otomo no Kuronushi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Ono no Komachi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu... c.1814/17)
Ono no Komachi, from the series "Fashionable Children as the Six Immortal Poets (Furyu kodakara rokkasen)", Japan, c. 1814/17

Funya no Yasuhide, Two Women in a Gusty Autumn Landscape, from the series... Japan, c. 1771. Creator: Shunsho
Funya no Yasuhide, Two Women in a Gusty Autumn Landscape, from the series "Rokkasen (The Six Immortal Poets)", Japan, c. 1771

Ono no Komachi, from the series "Framed Pictures of Women for the Katsushika Circle... c. 1822. Creator: Gakutei
Ono no Komachi, from the series "Framed Pictures of Women for the Katsushika Circle (Katsushikaren gakumen fujin awase)", c. 1822

Tawaraya Toda and a Dragon; Ono no Komachi Praying for Rain, 1868. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Tawaraya Toda and a Dragon; Ono no Komachi Praying for Rain, 1868. Series: Valor in China and Japan

Parrot Komachi (Omu Komachi), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi... 1751 / 64
Parrot Komachi (Omu Komachi), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi (Furyu yatsushi nana Komachi), Edo period (1615-1868), 1751/64

Ono no Komachi at Seki Temple (Seki), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of... 1751 / 64
Ono no Komachi at Seki Temple (Seki), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi (Furyu yatsushi nana Komachi), Edo period (1615-1868), 1751/64

Ono no Komachi by the Waterfall (Shimizu), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspect... 1751 / 64
Ono no Komachi by the Waterfall (Shimizu), from the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi (Furyu yatsushi nana Komachi), Edo period (1615-1868), 1751/64

Ono no Komachi Praying for Rain (Amagoi), from the series "The Seven Fashionable... c. early 1760s
Ono no Komachi Praying for Rain (Amagoi), from the series " The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi (Furyu yatsushi nana Komachi)", c. early 1760s

The Poet Sojo Henjo, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1810

The Poet Kisen Hoshi, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1810

The Poet Bunya no Yasuhide, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1810

The Poetess Ono no Komachi, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1810

The Poet Ariwara no Narihira, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1798

The Poet Otomo no Kuronushi, from the series Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), Japan, c. 1810

Poem by Sojo Henjo, from the series "Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764 / 65
Poem by Sojo Henjo, from the series " Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764/65

Poem by Otomo no Kuronushi, from the series "Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c
Poem by Otomo no Kuronushi, from the series " Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764/65

Poem by Ariwara no Narihira, from the series "Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c
Poem by Ariwara no Narihira, from the series " Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764/65

Poem by Kisen Hoshi, from the series "Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764 / 65
Poem by Kisen Hoshi, from the series " Six Famous Poets (Rokkasen)", c. 1764/65

The Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), from the series "Collection of Comic... c
The Six Immortal Poets (Rokkasen), from the series " Collection of Comic Performances from the Niwaka Festival in the Pleasure Quarters (Seiro niwaka kyogen zukushi)", c. 1776/81

Tatsumi Roko, from the series Renowned Beauties Likened to the Six Immortal Poets
2969365 Tatsumi Roko, from the series Renowned Beauties Likened to the Six Immortal Poets (Komei bijin rokkasen), c.1794-96 (colour woodblock print) by Utamaro

The Asahiya Widow, from the series Renowned Beauties Likened to the Six Immortal Poets
2969366 The Asahiya Widow, from the series Renowned Beauties Likened to the Six Immortal Poets (Komei bijin rokkasen), c. 1795-96 (color woodblock print) by Utamaro

Young Woman Kneeling Stand Ceremonial Cap series
Young Woman Kneeling by a Stand with a Ceremonial Cap (from the series The Six Immortal Poets in Elegant Modern Dress), mid 1790s. Chōbunsai Eishi (Japanese, 1756-1829)

Portrait Courtesan Holding Pipe series Six Immortal Poets
Portrait of a Courtesan Holding a Pipe (from the series The Six Immortal Poets in Modern Dress), mid 1790s. Chōbunsai Eishi (Japanese, 1756-1829)

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The Six Immortal Poets, revered for their timeless verses and profound insights, continue to captivate hearts even centuries later. Among them is Parrot Komachi, depicted in the series The Seven Fashionable Aspects of Komachi. Suzuki Harunobu's delicate brushstrokes bring her elegance to life as she exudes grace and charm. Ono no Komachi, another member of this esteemed group, graces us with her presence at Seki Temple. Harunobu's artistry captures her ethereal beauty against a backdrop of serenity. In another masterpiece from the same series, Ono no Komachi stands by a waterfall (Shimizu), embodying both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. Witnessing Ono no Komachi Praying for Rain (Amagoi) evokes a sense of reverence as we observe her deep devotion to nature. Created in the early 1760s by Suzuki Harunobu, this artwork portrays the poetess seeking solace amidst turbulent times. Sojo Henjo emerges from history through an enchanting portrait within the Six Immortal Poets series. This depiction showcases his wisdom and introspection that shaped his renowned verses. Similarly, Kisen Hoshi's portrayal reveals his contemplative spirit that resonates with readers across generations. Bunya no Yasuhide's inclusion among these immortal poets highlights his contribution to Japanese literature. His image reflects a sense of quiet determination that echoes through time alongside his poetic prowess. No discussion on these illustrious figures would be complete without mentioning Otomo no Kuronushi—a poet whose words still stir emotions today. His portrait exhibits an enigmatic aura befitting someone who delved into the depths of human experience through verse. Accompanying these exquisite artworks are poems penned by Sojo Henjo and Otomo no Kuronushi themselves—testaments to their literary genius preserved within this collection titled Six Famous Poets.