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Souun Takeda

Born in 1975 in Kumamoto. After graduating from the Tokyo University of Science, we worked for NTT, then started his career as a calligrapher. He has produced various title cards for TV programs and movies, including TV series by NHK. In 2020, he held his first individual contemporary art exhibition. Currently, he holds calligraphy workshops and exhibitions all over the world.

Souun Takeda

Essays on Japanese Culture: Souun's Art Theme “Joyfulness”

Brief History of Scripts in Calligraphy - Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart

A Brief History of Calligraphy: The First Chinese Characters

Ink Brushes Used in Calligraphy - Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart

Ink Sticks and Inkstones - Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart

The Appeals of Calligraphy Paper - Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart

Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart: Calligraphy in the Digital Age

Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart: Souun's Debut as a Calligrapher

Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart: Becoming a Calligraphy Artist

Japanese Culture and a Joyful Heart: Souun's First Encounter With Calligraphy