In 1847 a picture book about persimmons was co-edited by four prominent natural historians (Kansen Tamaru, Rakuho Iimuro, SetsuĊ Sahashi and Kain Shima). It was titled Kakihin (Persimmon Products). The books 24 pictures of Japanese persimmon varieties are shown in this gallery. Click on a picture to enlarge it. The unnamed artist drew his picture subjects accurately.

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