The Art of Zen – Blog
Katsushika Hokusai’s One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji: A Final Masterpiece in Ink and Spirit
Hokusai’s final series, One Hundred Views of Mount Fuji, reveals his spiritual peak—three volumes of profound linework and lasting legacy.
What Kumamon Teaches Us About Japanese Design
How Kumamon’s minimalist design reflects timeless Japanese aesthetics, from Zen simplicity to kawaii charm and modern visual storytelling.
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.