Casting a Mantra on the Waves at Kakuta on His Exile to Sado Island (Sashu rukei Kakuta nami daimoku), from the series "Concise Illustrated Biography of the Great Priest [Nichiren] (Koso go ichidai ryakuzu)" by Utagawa Kuniyoshi 歌川國芳

Casting a Mantra on the Waves at Kakuta on His Exile to Sado Island (Sashu rukei Kakuta nami daimoku), from the series "Concise Illustrated Biography of the Great Priest [Nichiren] (Koso go ichidai ryakuzu)" c. 1830 - 1835

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This woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, titled *Casting a Mantra on the Waves at Kakuta on His Exile to Sado Island*, depicts a dramatic scene from the life of the Buddhist monk Nichiren. The print is from a series about Nichiren’s life, created between 1830 and 1835. Nichiren is shown chanting in a small boat amidst raging waves on his way to exile on Sado Island. The tumultuous sea is rendered in dynamic brushstrokes and vibrant blues, contrasting with the stoic composure of the monk, who is seen reciting a mantra, a prayer for protection from danger. The print highlights Nichiren’s resilience and unwavering faith in the face of adversity. *Casting a Mantra on the Waves at Kakuta on His Exile to Sado Island* is a striking example of ukiyo-e art, with its vivid colors, detailed figures, and captivating scene.

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