In this print, Bunchō depicts a night scene featuring the onnagata (male kabuki actor who performed the roles of women) Iwai Hanshirō under a large lantern. Although there is no title on the print, the mon (family crest) on the actor's sleeve confirms him as a member of the Iwai family, and the headpiece he wears is part of the classic onnagata costume. It seems probable that it is Iwai Hanshirō IV who is depicted, as the actor lived in the same era as Bunchō. A pitch black background is uncommon in ukiyo-e, although Bunchō did produce a few similar prints, and in this print it really gives the impression of the actor being lit up by the lantern.

Very light bokashi gradation can be seen at the edges of the actor's kimono, although this is probably simply used to mimic the fading visible in older prints from prolonged exposure to light. Karazuri blind-embossing has been used on the lantern. The print is a hosoban ("narrow print").