"Shinobadzu Pond", Kusakabe Kimbei circa 1890. Recent photo by Rob Ketcherside in 2009. The west side of Ueno Park is dominated by Shinobazu Pond and an island in the center. The "Then" shot was likely taken from the top of the ridge, but thick trees obscure the view today. The path to the bridge has been widened, and a tall hotel stands in the distance behind the island. Seen in spring and summer, the pond is covered in lily pads.
Shinobadzu Pond Kimbei Ketcherside