Twelve Hours In Yoshiwara Collection

Hour of the Rat [12pm] (Ne no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara... c. 1794
Hour of the Rat [12pm] (Ne no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Boar (I no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro...", Japan, c. 1794)
Hour of the Boar (I no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Dog (Inu no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni... c. 1794)
Hour of the Dog (Inu no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Cock (Tori no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara...", Japan, c. 1794
Hour of the Cock (Tori no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Monkey [4pm] (Saru no koku), from the series “The Twelve Hours in... c. 1794. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
Hour of the Monkey [4pm] (Saru no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara" ("Seiro juni toki tsuzuki"), Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Sheep (Hitsuji no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni...c1794)
Hour of the Sheep (Hitsuji no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Horse (Uma no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara... Japan, c. 1794
Hour of the Horse (Uma no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Dragon (Tatsu no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro... c. 1794)
Hour of the Dragon (Tatsu no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Hare [6am] (U no koku), from the series “The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara”... c. 1794
Hour of the Hare [6am] (U no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara" ("Seiro juni toki tsuzuki"), Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Tiger (Tora no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro... c. 1794)
Hour of the Tiger (Tora no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Ox [2am] (Ushi no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara... c. 1794
Hour of the Ox [2am] (Ushi no koku), from the series "The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Snake (Mi no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara... Japan, c. 1794
Hour of the Snake (Mi no koku), from the series "Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki)", Japan, c. 1794

Hour of the Hare [6am] (U no koku), from the series
2969347 Hour of the Hare [6am] (U no koku), from the series The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki), c.1794 (colour woodblock print; oban) by Utamaro

Hour of the Ox [2am] (Ushi no koku), from the series
2969346 Hour of the Ox [2am] (Ushi no koku), from the series The Twelve Hours in Yoshiwara (Seiro juni toki tsuzuki), c. 1794 (colour woodblock print; oban) by Utamaro

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In the heart of Tokyo lies Yoshiwara, a district with a rich history as Japan's most famous red-light district. Twelve hours in Yoshiwara is like stepping back in time to an era of geishas, samurais, and forbidden pleasures. From dusk till dawn, the streets come alive with neon lights and bustling crowds seeking entertainment and escape from their daily lives. Geishas adorned in elaborate kimonos glide gracefully through the narrow alleyways, captivating passersby with their beauty and talent. Visitors can indulge in traditional tea ceremonies, watch mesmerizing kabuki performances, or immerse themselves in the sensual world of oiran courtesans. The scent of incense fills the air as patrons enter luxurious brothels for an evening of pleasure and companionship. But beyond its reputation for decadence and debauchery, Yoshiwara also holds a sense of mystery and allure. Hidden behind closed doors are stories of love, betrayal, and sacrifice that have played out over centuries within these walls. As day breaks over Yoshiwara, the district slowly returns to its slumberous state until nightfall beckons once again. Twelve hours may seem fleeting in this vibrant enclave of temptation and desire, but the memories forged here will linger long after leaving its seductive embrace.