kaimon zenkaku (1743 - 1822)

Kaimon Zenkaku (1743-1822) was a Japanese Sōtō Zen monk renowned for delicate ink paintings & calligraphy, illustrating Buddhist themes and figures like Bodhidharma. His work popularized Dōgen's pictorial biographies.

Museum of Zen Buddhist Culture (Setagaya, Japan)

Explore the rich history & art of Soto Zen Buddhism at the Museum of Zen Buddhist Culture in Tokyo's Setagaya. Discover calligraphy, sculptures & monk life recreations within a historic Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired building.