Utagawa Kuniyoshi

Utagawa Kuniyoshi (, ; January 1, 1798 – April 14, 1861) also called Kuniyoshi, was a Japanese artist. He was a masters of the ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. 
Career.
Kuniyoshi was part of the Utagawa school of artists. 
The range of Kuniyoshi's subjects included landscapes, beautiful women, Kabuki actors, cats, and mythical animals. He is known images of the battles of samurai and legendary heroes. His work was affected by Western art and caricature.
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi was one of his students.
His work influenced Toyohara Chikanobu. 
Takashi Murakami credits the influence of Kuniyoshi in his work.
Gallery.
Themes.
Kuniyoshi made many images of cats. 
Kuniyoshi made images which were caricatures.