Shunsai Hayashi

Background

Shunsai Hayashi was born in 1618. He was third son of Razan Hayashi.

Education

Studied under Kassho Nawa. Teitoku Matsunaga was his teacher in calligraphy.

Career

Went to Edo (1633) and served Shogun Iemitsu Tokugawa, who gave him the title of Hogen (high rank given to priests, physicians, and artists). He supervised the compilation of "The Genealogy of Families in the Kan-ei Era". Was in charge of diplomatic affairs, such as invitation of Korean envoys. Wrote many books.

Connections

Father:

Razan Hayashi