The Art of Zen – Blog
Sanreizan: Three Holy Mountains That Shape Japanese Art and Belief
Mt. Fuji, Tate, and Haku are Japan’s Three Holy Mountains (Sanreizan), shaping its art, spirituality, and Zen traditions for centuries.
The Ultimate Guide to Hiroshige’s Sudden Shower Over Shin-Ohashi Bridge and Atake
Step into Hiroshige’s rainy Edo with “Sudden Shower Over Shin-Ohashi Bridge and Atake”—explore its print variations, auction history, and timeless beauty.
How Prussian Blue Changed the Face of Ukiyo-e
See how Prussian blue transformed Japanese ukiyo-e, reshaping Hokusai’s waves, Hiroshige’s rains, and the global art landscape forever.
Why Did Hokusai Move Over 100 Times During His Life?
Katsushika Hokusai, the legendary ukiyo-e artist, is said to have moved over 100 times. See why his restless spirit shaped his art and life.
A New Light Awakens: TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Opens This April
Step into wonder at teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi—an immersive art space opening April 18, 2025, on Saadiyat Island.
Hokusai Was Not One Artist, But Many: A Life in Ukiyo-e Transformation
Follow the many lives of ukiyo-e master Hokusai, from Shunrō to Manji, as his art transforms through names and evolving styles.
The Symbolism of Koi in Zen and Japandi Interiors
Koi art brings calm, resilience, and natural flow to Japandi interiors—infusing Zen symbolism into your minimalist space.
Why TASCHEN’s Hokusai is the Ultimate Gift for Fans of Ukiyo-e
Discover TASCHEN’s Hokusai book by Andreas Marks—746 artworks, deep insights, and pure Japanese art mastery in one epic volume.
Why Mono no Aware Is the Soul of Japanese Ukiyo-e
How mono no aware, the bittersweet awareness of life’s impermanence, flows through Japanese art and ukiyo-e.