Hayami Gyoshū (1894–1935): A Master of Realistic Nihonga Hayami Gyoshū, whose pseudonym was Eiichi Maita, stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Japanese painting—specifically within the Nihonga tradition. Born in Tokyo in 1894, his artistic journey began humbly at Angado Gakuku, a prestigious art school established by Matsumoto Fuko, where he honed his skills through meticulous replication of celebrated artworks. This foundatio…