Nakamura Shūkō: Echoes of War and Spirit in Edo-Era Prints Nakamura Shūkō (秋香), active primarily from the late 1890s to early 1900s, stands as a compelling figure within the vibrant yet often turbulent world of *senso-e* – war prints – produced during Japan’s tumultuous Meiji and Taisho eras. Born in Tokyo around 1875 (though precise dates remain elusive), Shūkō emerged during a period of rapid modernization and imperial expansion, a time when traditional Japanese art forms were both embraced and challenged by the forces of Western influence. His work is particularly notable for its dramati…