Iizuka Shōkansai (1919-2004) was a renowned Japanese bamboo craftsman born in Tokyo. Raised in a family of artisans, he studied painting before mastering bamboo weaving to continue his family legacy. His work gained recognition at the Nitten art exhibition, winning prestigious awards such as the Hokutō Prize. He was designated a Living National Treasure in 1982 for his contributions to bamboo craft. Shōkansai showcased the art globally, including in America and Taiwan, and worked on preserving cultural artifacts for the Imperial Household Agency. He passed away at the age of 85.
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Meaning of the name - Shōkansai
the one who contemplates the universe
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Place of Birth: Tokyo
Cause of Death: pneumonia
Educated At: Tokyo Fine Arts School (now: Tokyo University of the Arts)
Occupation: sculptor | basket weaver
Awards Received: Medal with Purple Ribbon
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 6, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for May 6, 2024 |
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Sun | 15 Taurus 6 | 16 Taurus 39 | 25 Leo 38 |
Moon | 11 Leo 55 | 27 Aries 11 | 9 Gemini 15 |
Mercury | 18 Aries 40 | 20 Aries 43 | 18 Leo 30 |
Venus | 22 Gemini 56 | 8 Taurus 54 | 27 Virgo 2 |
Mars | 15 Taurus 50 | 4 Aries 40 | 27 Cancer 42 |
Jupiter | 11 Cancer 37 | 25 Taurus 27 | 3 Leo 36 |
Saturn | 22 Leo 13 | 17 Pisces 3 | 1 Virgo 32 |
Uranus | 1 Pisces 16 | 22 Taurus 44 | 29 Aquarius 50 |
Neptune | 6 Leo 37 | 29 Pisces 6 | 9 Leo 41 |
Pluto | 4 Cancer 58 | 2 Aquarius 5 | 7 Cancer 18 |
Rahu | 5 Sagittarius 3 | 14 Aries 10 | 29 Scorpio 29 |
Ketu | 5 Gemini 3 | 14 Libra 10 | 29 Taurus 29 |
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