Almost two years ago, two members of the Holstee community in Japan, Kenji Hiranabe and Satomi Joba, helped us translate the Holstee Manifesto into Japanese.
Today, thanks to the additional help of talented calligrapher Narisawa Shurei, we have a...

Almost two years ago, two members of the Holstee community in Japan, Kenji Hiranabe and Satomi Joba, helped us translate the Holstee Manifesto into Japanese.

Today, thanks to the additional help of talented calligrapher Narisawa Shurei, we have a beautifully designed version of the Holstee Manifesto in traditional Japanese lettering.

In Shurei’s own words:

“The Holstee Manifesto reminded me of a Buddhist term ‘TEI-KAN,’ which means finding out the real nature of something. It also means to attain spiritual enlightenment. I created this artwork with 'TEI-KAN’ in mind.”

It has been a real pleasure working with Shurei to create this poster, and I have learned a lot about Japanese calligraphy in the process. You can see more of her work on Shodo Arts and Sumi-Painting.

Please share the design with your Japanese-speaking friends!

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    Makes me even more excited for a possible trip out to Japan at the end of this year!
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    Incredible work – looks amazing! I’ve got the English version already, but this just might be the perfect addition…
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