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Dances Representing the Five Festivals (Odori keiyô mitate gosekku): Actors Nakamura Utaemon IV for the 1st Month (Mutsuki), Suketakaya Takasuke III for the 3rd Month (Yayoi) (R), Ichikawa Danjûrô VIII for the 5th Month (Satsuki) (C), Ichimura Uzaemon XII for the 7th Month (Tanabata), and Matsumoto Kôshirô VI for the 9th Month (Chôyô) (L)

Artist Utagawa Kunisada I (Toyokuni III) (Japanese, 1786–1864), Publisher Kagaya Kichiemon (Kichibei) (Japanese), Blockcutter Hori Sashichi (Japanese)
1854 (Kaei 7/Ansei 1), 9th month