Toyama Shimbun 80th Anniversary of Relaunch

Calligrapher Shoko Kanazawa – An Exhibition of Resonating Calligraphy and Literature

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Shoko Kanazawa (1985-), one of Japan's leading calligraphers, is known for her calligraphy that cherishes the meaning of characters and calligraphic techniques, while also conveying feelings of love, emotion, prayer, and happiness. The thoughts she puts into each word become like spiritual power, quietly reaching the hearts of those who view them. This exhibition showcases a carefully selected collection of works that embody the diverse charm of Shoko Kanazawa's calligraphy, ranging from the Heart Sutra she wrote at the age of 10, to framed works with words like "love," "dream," and "embrace" that directly touch the heart, to powerful folding screen works such as "Ryobo" and "Ryusho Homai," to works based on literature such as "Tsuki ni Hoeru," to acclaimed works such as the title calligraphy for historical dramas, and recent art pieces. Please enjoy the world in which Shoko Kanazawa's calligraphy and the words of literature resonate with each other, set against the backdrop of a literary museum.