About Nakahara Nantenbo
Lived 1839 – 1925 (aged 85). Nakahara Nantenbo was a Japanese buddhist monk, calligrapher and monk.
, also known as Tōjū Zenchū, Tōshū Zenchū 鄧州全忠, and as Nantenbō Tōjū, was a Japanese Zen Master. In his time known as a fiery reformer, he was also a prolific and accomplished artist. He produced many fine examples of Zen Art and helped bridge the gap between older forms of Zen Buddhist art and its continuation in the 20th century.
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Who was Nakahara Nantenbo?
Bhuddhist master and artist (1839–1925)
When was Nakahara Nantenbo born?
Nakahara Nantenbo was born on 3 April 1839 in Karatsu.
When did Nakahara Nantenbo die?
Nakahara Nantenbo died on 12 February 1925 in Nishinomiya.
What was Nakahara Nantenbo's occupation?
Nakahara Nantenbo was a buddhist monk, calligrapher and monk.
What nationality was Nakahara Nantenbo?
Nakahara Nantenbo was Japanese.
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