Mujō (無常), the Japanese concept of impermanence, shapes Zen, ukiyo-e, and design. Learn how fleeting beauty defines Japanese art, culture, and life.
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Why Mu 無 is the Most Important Word in Zen and Japanese Art
Mu 無, the Zen character for “nothingness,” reveals deep truths in Japanese art, from bold calligraphy to the quiet beauty of Kare Sansui.
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.