In Japan, one of the earliest major transformations in communications occurred during the Meiji period, when movable-type printing began to supplant centuries-old woodblock-printing practices, while photography appeared in daily newspapers. The transition to modern printing methods, together with increasing use of photography, transformed conceptions of what was print-worthy. It also led audiences to question what constituted the ‘real’ or the ‘true.’ Toyohara Kunichika (1835–1900) was among the woodblock-print artists who established their careers before the Meiji Restoration and subsequently faced the challenge of adapting their practices to remain relevant. His Tokyo Jiman Meibutsu-e (Pride of Tokyo), published during the twilight years of woodblock-print culture, is particularly worthy of attention today. His work demonstrates how an artist could develop new forms of communication while taking advantage of traditional artistic skills and established human networks. Details and registration here