Exploring Daitokuji's Sub-Temples: Decoding Zen and Tea Aesthetics
Daitokuji, head temple of the Rinzai Daitokuji school, has been the premier sanctuary where Zen and tea converge since its founding in 1324. This article traces the revival by Ikkyu Sojun, the tragedy of Sen no Rikyu, and the refined aesthetics of sub-temples including Kotoin, Obaiin, Shinjuan, and Daisenin, guided by a garden researcher's discerning eye.