Special Exhibition Tracing the History of Myoshin-ji Temple, Hailed as a Treasure Trove of Zen Art and Momoyama Paintings [Myoshin-ji: Succession of Zen] (Sarai.jp)
A special exhibition tracing the history and treasures of Myoshin-ji Temple, a treasure trove of Zen art, is being held in Osaka.Summary
The special exhibition "Myoshin-ji: Succession of Zen," commemorating the 650th anniversary of the death of Myoshin-ji Temple's second head priest, Myōdai-shi, is being held at the Osaka City Museum of Art. Myoshin-ji Temple, the head temple of the Rinzai school, is renowned as a repository of Momoyama period paintings from schools like the Kanō and Kaihō schools, thanks to donations from Sengoku warlords. Highlights include a recreation of the solemn setting for the founder's memorial service featuring large folding screens by Kanō Sanraku and Kaihō Yūshō, and the public display of the vibrant, gold-ground sliding door paintings by Kanō Sanraku and Sansetsu from the usually closed Tenkyū-in sub-temple. The exhibition also showcases cultural assets, including ancient Buddhist statues and calligraphy from local Myoshin-ji affiliated temples in Osaka, offering insight into the essence of Zen.
(Source：Yahoo!ニュース)