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Wabisabi Antiques

Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku Zen Calligraphy 72in×11.9in Box

Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku Zen Calligraphy 72in×11.9in Box

$256.00 USD
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Brushed by Katsudo Hosoai, a revered Zen calligrapher from Daitoku-ji, this Japanese Hanging Scroll carries a clear, flowing phrase associated with tea room mindfulness. Sized for a tokonoma alcove, the kakejiku measures 72 inches by 11.9 inches and is mounted on silk with ink on paper, finished with lacquered wood fittings and stored in a signed wooden box. Its bold brushstrokes express a Zen sentiment about living in the present with a pure heart, designed to bring serenity and mindful energy to a tea ceremony, meditation room, or any space seeking authentic traditional Japanese art and contemplative interior accents today.



* Artist: Katsudo Hosoai (1910–2005), former head priest of Ryogen-in, Daitoku-ji
* Size: H 72 in × W 11.9 in (about H 183 cm × W 30.3 cm)
* Weight: 6.5 oz (186 g)
* Materials: ink, paper, silk, wood, lacquer
* Packaging: signed wooden box included
* Style and use: Zen wall art, Calligraphy scroll suitable for tea room decor and meditation room art
* Condition: visible steins and wrinkles due to aging; vintage character consistent with an antique ink scroll



Details

This authentic kakejiku presents a famous Zen phrase traditionally displayed in Japanese tea rooms. The phrase evokes a “clear breeze”—a metaphor for freedom from attachments and presence of mind—making it appropriate for mindfulness decor, meditation spaces, or any alcove where quiet reflection is valued. The calligraphy’s rhythm and weight reflect Hosoai’s training and role at Ryogen-in within the historic Daitoku-ji temple complex in Kyoto, connecting the piece directly to a respected lineage of tea ceremony aesthetics.


Display and placement

The scroll’s proportions fit a tokonoma or narrow wall and complement Japandi wall decor or understated Asian wall hanging arrangements. For best visual impact, hang in a simple alcove or beside tatami seating where the vertical composition can be viewed at eye level. The boxed wooden storage allows compact protection between seasonal displays—a practical advantage of traditional Japanese hanging scrolls.


Condition and care

This is a vintage Zen scroll with natural signs of age: there are steins and wrinkles across the paper and mounting that reflect decades of storage and display. Handle the kakejiku gently, avoiding high humidity and direct sunlight to preserve the ink and silk. When rolling for storage, use clean, acid-free tissue between the scroll and its box if long-term preservation is intended. The signed wooden box is included and supports careful archival storage.


Provenance and authenticity

The calligraphy is attributed to Katsudo Hosoai, whose role as head priest at Ryogen-in places this work within the cultural context of Daitoku-ji scrolls associated with the Japanese tea ceremony. The wooden box bearing a signature is a traditional component used to verify and protect authentic kakejiku; its presence supports the scroll’s provenance as an antique ink scroll and vintage Zen scroll.


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🌐 International Buyers: Standard DDU terms. Custom duties/taxes are the buyer's responsibility upon delivery.

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• Free Shipping: To US, Europe, and most areas. 

• Surcharges: May apply to Australia, NZ, or remote areas for heavy/large items only. We will contact you before shipping (Full refund if canceled). Small/light items always ship free worldwide.

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🛡️ RETURNS & CONDITION

• Returns: Accepted within 14 days. Buyer pays round-trip shipping costs and processing fees for buyer's remorse.

• Condition: Our items are authentic antiques/vintage. Naturally, they carry signs of age (scratches/wear). Please examine all photos carefully before purchasing.


FAQ


Q: Is this suitable for a tea room or tokonoma?

A: Yes. The scroll’s dimensions and Zen phrase were composed for tea room decor and align with traditional tokonoma display practices.


Q: Does the listing include the wooden box?

A: Yes. A signed wooden box is included for storage and provenance.


Q: Are signs of age present on the calligraphy scroll?

A: Yes. There are steins and wrinkles due to aging, consistent with a vintage or antique ink scroll.


Q: Can I hang this in a modern interior?

A: Absolutely. Its restrained calligraphy and vertical format work well as Japandi wall decor or as a subtle Asian wall hanging in meditation room art and mindfulness decor.

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