{"product_id":"bunga-hokoku-sheep-aigo-loving-words-original-hand-painted-shikishi-with-calligraphy","title":"Bunga Hokoku – Sheep “Aigo” (Loving Words) | Original Hand-Painted Shikishi with Calligraphy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2027 Zodiac Sheep – “Aigo” (愛語) Original Hand-Painted \u0026amp; Handwritten Shikishi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist \u0026amp; Calligrapher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zen Master Bunga Hōtani (法谷文雅)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sheep (羊) with the Zen Teaching “Aigo” (愛語)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shikishi (Traditional Japanese Calligraphy Board)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Hand-Painted Artwork and Handwritten Calligraphy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful shikishi features an original hand-painted sheep accompanied by the handwritten Zen teaching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Aigo” (愛語)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, both created by Zen Master Bunga Hōtani.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning of “Aigo” (愛語) – Loving Words\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Aigo” is a Buddhist teaching that emphasizes speaking to others with kindness, compassion, and sincerity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt reminds us that gentle and thoughtful words can bring comfort, encourage others, and create harmony in our relationships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sheep – Japanese Zodiac Animal for 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sheep (Hitsuji) is the Japanese zodiac animal for 2027, symbolizing peace, harmony, and gentleness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the sheep and the teaching of Aigo express a beautiful wish for a peaceful year filled with kindness and understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original artwork is especially suitable for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Year and Hatsugama (the first tea gathering of the year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and makes a meaningful addition to a Japanese tea room or tokonoma (traditional alcove).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece combining traditional Japanese Zen calligraphy, hand-painted art, and the spirit of Chanoyu.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZen Master Bunga Hōtani (法谷文雅) is a Japanese Buddhist priest and calligrapher known for his traditional Zen-inspired artwork and calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis works often combine expressive brushwork, simple illustrations, and meaningful Buddhist teachings, reflecting the spirit of Zen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis hand-painted and handwritten shikishi (traditional Japanese calligraphy boards) are appreciated for their warmth, simplicity, and spiritual meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese works are especially suitable for display in a Japanese tea room or tokonoma (traditional alcove), bringing together the beauty of Japanese calligraphy, Buddhist teachings, and the spirit of Chanoyu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bunga Hokoku of Daitokuji Temple","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47129681428676,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/IMG_9191.jpg?v=1793228934","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/fr\/products\/bunga-hokoku-sheep-aigo-loving-words-original-hand-painted-shikishi-with-calligraphy","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}