Japanese Print "Snake Shop" by Asai Kiyoshi

Artist:Asai Kiyoshi

Title:Snake Shop

Date:Late 20th century.

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Source:artelino - Japanese Prints
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Description:

A "Hebi-ya" ("Snake Shop") in a modern brick building. The store sells various kind of snake for Chinese medicine. The large lantern in front advertises for "Mamushi-zake" which is "mamushi" (Japanese copperhead snake, a type of poisonous snake) pickled in strong liquor. The drink has been regarded as great energy booster.

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