{"product_id":"k20142-bamboo-craft-of-komuso-虚無僧","title":"K20142 - Bamboo Craft of Komusō 虚無僧","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bamboo omiyage folk craft represents a Komusō (虚無僧)—a wandering Zen monk of the Fuke sect of Rinzai Buddhism, historically known for traveling throughout Japan while playing the shakuhachi bamboo flute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is skillfully constructed from natural bamboo segments, making use of the material’s organic textures and nodes to form the body and robe. The monk wears the iconic woven basket hat (天蓋 \/ tengai), which fully covers the face. This distinctive headpiece was traditionally worn by Komusō monks as a symbol of detachment from worldly identity and ego, emphasizing spiritual humility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the figure is a small shakuhachi flute, suspended at the front of the body. Komusō monks practiced a form of meditation known as suizen (吹禅)—“blowing meditation”—in which playing the flute was considered a path toward enlightenment. The simplified bamboo robe, natural coloration, and minimal design highlight the quiet aesthetic associated with Zen philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a wooden base with a small vertical plaque reading 「越前竹人形」 (Echizen Bamboo Doll), the sculpture exemplifies the regional tradition of Echizen bamboo craftsmanship, where artisans transform bamboo into expressive folk figures and souvenirs for travelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth rustic and contemplative in appearance, this bamboo Komusō doll embodies the harmony between Zen spirituality, musical tradition, and the natural beauty of bamboo, making it a meaningful piece of Japanese folk craft as well as a charming travel souvenir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 9 x 6 x 20cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56810788454731,"sku":"K20142","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_44099d1c-ece2-4068-b8ba-169bda64db29.jpg?v=1773666160","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/k20142-bamboo-craft-of-komuso-%e8%99%9a%e7%84%a1%e5%83%a7","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}