Category: Ikkyu Sojun: The Monk Who Shaped Kyoto

Travel notes Ikkyu Sojun, a Zen Buddhist monk, left an indelible mark on Kyoto’s cultural and spiritual landscape. Born in 1394, his unconventional approach to Zen and life itself stirred the ancient city into a new awakening. Ikkyu’s journey from an orphan to becoming the abbot of Daitokuji Temple 🏯 showcases his profound impact on Read more