This captivating woodblock print beautifully captures the serene winter scene at Yakushi-ji Temple in Nara, Japan. The composition leads the eye from the warmly detailed temple building in the foreground to the iconic five-storied pagoda gracefully reaching into a crisp, pale blue sky. The artist's meticulous linework defines the architectural elements with precision, while the soft, muted color palette of gentle browns, creams, and blues evokes a cool, peaceful atmosphere. The heavy snow blankets the ground and clings to the trees, visually softening the entire scene and inviting a quiet stillness that almost lets you hear the muffled world under snow. The interplay of shadow and light along the eaves showcases the masterful control of perspective and spatial depth, enhancing the immersive quality of the print. This work reflects traditional Japanese ukiyo-e techniques blended with a modern sensibility characteristic of Hasui Kawase's style, celebrating Japan's cultural heritage with reverence and poetic simplicity.