The Yotsugi dori canal divides the print in half with its s-shape curve. It was initially constructed at the beginning of the 17th century to provided drinking water for Edo but quickly transitioned into a waterway for freights. Because it was so narrow and shallow, the boats had to be pulled, as seen here. Instead of depicting this canal accurately, Hiroshige used his artistic intention to make this scene more exciting and curvilinear.
