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Lifetime: 1862 - 1913 Passed: ≈ 111 years ago

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Kakuzō Okakura

Books by Kakuzō Okakura

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Book of Tea

Philosophy Non-Fiction Essays Art
Culture Art Teaism Architecture Aesthetics Philosophy Zen Taoism Tea Japanese culture Simplicity Tea ceremony Sen no rikyu East asia

The Book of Tea was written by Okakura Kakuzo in the early 20th century. It was first published in 1906, and has since been republished many times. - In the book, Kakuzo introduces the term Teaism and how Tea has affected nearly every aspect of Japan...

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libro del té

History Philosophy Religion Art
Beauty Nature Aesthetics Harmony Tranquility Japanese culture Simplicity Tea ceremony Zen Buddhism Imperfection

Considered a seminal work on Japanese culture, this book explores the history of the tea ceremony in Japan and its profound influence on Japanese art, philosophy, and way of life. It emphasizes the virtues of simplicity, harmony, and the appreciation...