43cm
17"
17"
28cm
11"
11"
Approximate Measurements
28cm x 43cm ≈ 11" x 17"
Bring home a piece of living Buddhist tradition with this exquisite reproduction of a historic Nichiren Shu (日蓮宗) Gohonzon (御本尊), inscribed initially in 1863. Created within the Minobu (身延) Sect of Nichiren Buddhism—the oldest and most traditional branch of Nichiren’s teachings—this sacred calligraphy is both a spiritual object of devotion and a profound work of Japanese art.
In Nichiren Buddhism, the Gohonzon is a revered mandala written in calligraphic form. It is not merely a piece of art but a spiritual mirror—a representation of the Buddha nature inherent in all beings. At its center are the characters Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō, the essence of the Lotus Sutra, surrounded by protective Buddhist deities, bodhisattvas, and enlightened beings.
This particular Gohonzon was inscribed in 1863, during the late Edo period, a time when Buddhism in Japan was undergoing both preservation and suppression amid sweeping cultural changes. To Nichiren Shu followers, it reflects the unbroken lineage of transmission from Nichiren himself (1222–1282) through the head temple at Mount Minobu, where Nichiren spent his final years in teaching and practice.
Written in bold, dynamic Japanese brush calligraphy, the characters radiate spiritual power and artistic elegance.
The dense, interwoven script draws the viewer inward, symbolizing the harmony of the universe and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Printed using archival-quality giclée techniques, each reproduction captures the depth, flow, and texture of the original ink on fine handmade paper.
For Practitioners: It provides a focal point for chanting Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō, meditation, or quiet contemplation.
For Collectors: It is a historically authentic example of Nichiren Shu spiritual art, preserving a direct link to 19th-century Japanese Buddhist culture.
For Aesthetics: Its striking black ink against warm parchment tones makes it a commanding presence in any meditation room, gallery wall, or study.
Faithful fine art giclée print of an 1863 Nichiren Shu Gohonzon
“Produced on handmade paper, prized for its strength and natural beauty. The distinctive texture in the paper ensures that no two prints are ever exactly alike, making each one a unique work of art.”
This piece embodies both spiritual depth and artistic beauty—a rare chance to own a reproduction that bridges centuries of Buddhist devotion and Japanese calligraphic tradition.