The long-forgotten history of the Lisbon Maru during World War II was brought into the spotlight after this Japanese transport ship became the subject of the 2024 documentary film, The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru. When British prisoners of war aboard the vessel struggled in the ocean as the ship sank, Chinese fishermen from the nearby Zhoushan islands came to rescue.

Today, the bravery of these fishermen becomes the subject of a painting on show at the National Art Museum of China in Beijing, by village artists from Zhoushan.

The Zhoushan archipelago, off the northern coast of Zhejiang province, is best known for its large varieties of fine marine products. It is richly cultivated, and its many sacred mountains and temples make it a popular destination for pilgrims.