Murata Jukō

Murata Jukō
村田珠光
Murata Jukō
Born1423
Died1502 (aged 78–79)
NationalityJapanese
Other namesMurata Shukō
Known fordeveloping the Japanese tea ceremony
Notable workLetter of the Heart

Murata Jukō (村田珠光; 1423–1502) is known in Japanese cultural history as the founder of the Japanese tea ceremony, in that he was the early developer of the wabi-cha style of tea enjoyment employing native Japanese implements. His name may also be pronounced Murata Shukō.

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