This is a handwritten calligraphy by the head priest of Kohou-an, a sub-temple of Daitoku-ji Temple, the head temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, Reverend Teitai Kobori. The calligraphy reads: "Mushin ki Daido" (無心帰大道) - a Zen phrase. "Mushin" (無心) means to not introduce artificiality. "Daido" (大道) refers to enlightenment. It means to abandon the effort to seek enlightenment. Mushin itself is the state of enlightenment. Size: 31cm x 175cm Comes with a wooden box. There is some fading due to aging. If you are concerned about this, please refrain from purchasing. This item has been stored at home. Please contact me if you have any questions.