A Life Immersed in Tradition: The World of Yamaguchi Sekkei Yamaguchi Sekkei, a name resonating with the delicate balance of power and serenity within Japanese art, was born around 1644 – though some records suggest 1648 or even 1649 – in Kyoto during the flourishing middle Edo period. His full name, Yamaguchi Sōsetsu, reveals a life deeply intertwined with artistic lineage and dedication. While precise details of his early family life remain elusive, it’s clear that Sekkei emerged from a city steeped in centuries of aesthetic refinement, poised to become a significant figure within the Kano…