About Unkoku Tōgan
Lived 1547 – 1618 (aged 70–71). Unkoku Tōgan was a Japanese painter.
Unkoku Tōgan (雲谷 等顔, 1547–1618) was a Japanese painter.
He was born into a privileged family in Nagasaki, the second son of Hara Naoie, lord of Nokomi Castle in Hizen province.
Starting as an artist of the Kanō school, Tōgan's work soon took its inspiration from the style of Sesshu. He painted realistic landscapes, usually ink on paper.
He worked under Lord Mori of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Later, he became a Buddhist priest and abbot of Unkoku-an Temple. He died in Yamaguchi.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Unkoku Tōgan?
Japanese painter (1547-1618)
When was Unkoku Tōgan born?
Unkoku Tōgan was born in 1547 in Nogomi.
When did Unkoku Tōgan die?
Unkoku Tōgan died on 25 June 1618 in Yamaguchi.
What was Unkoku Tōgan's occupation?
Unkoku Tōgan was a painter.
What nationality was Unkoku Tōgan?
Unkoku Tōgan was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Unkoku Tōgan. https://biography.guide/unkoku-togan/
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