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 Nichiren Shu (日蓮宗) Gohonzon (御本尊), believed to date to 1908. Originating 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 timeless work of Japanese art.
In Nichiren Buddhism, the Gohonzon is a revered mandala expressed through dynamic calligraphy. It is not merely an artwork but a spiritual mirror—a representation of the Buddha nature inherent in all beings. At its center are the characters Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō, embodying the essence of the Lotus Sutra, surrounded by protective Buddhist deities, bodhisattvas, and enlightened beings.
This particular Gohonzon is attributed to the Minobu Sect and is believed to date to 1908, during Japan’s Meiji period (1868–1912). This was an era of rapid modernization and cultural transition, when traditional Buddhist practices were both challenged and preserved. For Nichiren Shu practitioners, it represents the unbroken lineage of transmission from Nichiren (1222–1282) and the enduring presence of his teachings at Mount Minobu, where he spent his final years.
Rendered in bold Japanese brush calligraphy, the characters radiate both spiritual gravitas and aesthetic elegance.
The intricate script draws the eye inward, symbolizing universal harmony and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Each reproduction is printed using archival-quality giclée techniques, faithfully capturing the depth, energy, and texture of the original ink on fine handmade paper.
For Practitioners: Provides a focal point for chanting Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō, meditation, or quiet reflection.
For Collectors: A historically significant reproduction, believed to originate from 1908, preserving a direct link to Japanese Buddhist heritage.
For Aesthetics: Striking black calligraphy against warm handmade paper tones creates a commanding presence in any meditation room, gallery wall, or study.
Faithful fine art giclée reproduction of a Nichiren Shu (Minobu Sect) Gohonzon, believed to date to 1908.
Produced on handmade fine art papers, prized for their strength, beauty, and texture. No two prints are exactly alike, making each a unique work of devotional art.
This piece embodies both profound spiritual meaning and artistic refinement—a rare opportunity to own a reproduction bridging centuries of Buddhist devotion and Japanese calligraphy tradition.