Iizuka Shōkansai (1919-2004) was a renowned Japanese bamboo craftsman born in Tokyo. Raised in a family of artisans, he studied painting before mastering bamboo weaving to continue his family legacy. His work gained recognition at the Nitten art exhibition, winning prestigious awards such as the Hokutō Prize. He was designated a Living National Treasure in 1982 for his contributions to bamboo craft. Shōkansai showcased the art globally, including in America and Taiwan, and worked on preserving cultural artifacts for the Imperial Household Agency. He passed away at the age of 85.
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Meaning of the name - Shōkansai
the one who contemplates the universe
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Shōkansai Iizuka belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Tokyo
Cause of Death: pneumonia
Educated At: Tokyo Fine Arts School (now: Tokyo University of the Arts)
Occupation: sculptor | basket weaver
Awards Received: Medal with Purple Ribbon
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 6, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for May 6, 2025 |
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| Sun | 15 Taurus 6 | 16 Taurus 25 | 26 Leo 36 |
| Moon | 11 Leo 55 | 10 Virgo 57 | 23 Gemini 19 |
| Mercury | 18 Aries 40 | 23 Aries 51 | 17 Leo 55 |
| Venus | 22 Gemini 56 | 3 Aries 42 | 27 Virgo 8 |
| Mars | 15 Taurus 50 | 8 Leo 16 | 28 Cancer 21 |
| Jupiter | 11 Cancer 37 | 22 Gemini 32 | 3 Leo 49 |
| Saturn | 22 Leo 13 | 28 Pisces 19 | 1 Virgo 40 |
| Uranus | 1 Pisces 16 | 26 Taurus 40 | 29 Aquarius 48 |
| Neptune | 6 Leo 37 | 1 Aries 16 | 9 Leo 43 |
| Pluto | 4 Cancer 58 | 3 Aquarius 48 | 7 Cancer 19 |
| Rahu | 5 Sagittarius 3 | 24 Pisces 50 | 29 Scorpio 26 |
| Ketu | 5 Gemini 3 | 24 Virgo 50 | 29 Taurus 26 |
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