Looking back at a historic moment in 2019.
To celebrate the Enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor and the beginning of the new era, I had the honor of performing a dedication calligraphy at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.
The Dawn of “Reiwa” (令和)
April 1, 2019 — The day the new era name was announced.
On this significant day, I performed the calligraphy of 「令和」 (Reiwa) at the shrine’s “Heisei-den” hall.
Unlike my usual performance style, this ceremony was conducted in a traditional Japanese formal attire (Hakama), in a solemn and sacred atmosphere suitable for a Shinto shrine.
The event attracted significant attention, with coverage from five newspaper companies, two TV stations, and Kawagoe City officials.
May 1st: Dedication at the Maiden (Dance Hall)
One month later, on May 1, 2019 — the day the era officially changed.
After a purification ceremony (Oharae), I performed a calligraphy live event at the “Maiden” (Dance Hall) of the shrine to celebrate the transition of times.
The “Reiwa” calligraphy is currently displayed within the shrine precincts.
Watch the Ceremony
Short Version
Full Version
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