In Nichiren Buddhism, mandalas centered on the Odaimoku—the sacred chant “Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō”—are often enshrined as principal objects of devotion. At ART NOMURA, we receive inquiries and requests from across the globe for mounting these mandalas into traditional Japanese hanging scrolls (kakejiku).

Over the years, we have completed commissions from countries such as the United Kingdom and South Africa. (You can view those past examples here:)

 

In this article, we would like to share a recent case involving a new request from a gentleman in Italy.

A Mandala Scroll for Buddhist Outreach in Italian Prisons

The client—whom we will refer to as Mr. A—is actively involved in volunteer work, sharing the teachings of Nichiren Buddhism in several prisons near Rome. As part of his outreach efforts, he had been searching for a properly mounted Nichiren mandala scroll suitable for display.

It was through a personal connection that Mr. A learned about our work: a friend of his, Mr. B from South Africa, had previously commissioned a Nichiren Mandala kakejiku from us. Based on that experience, Mr. B recommended contacting ART NOMURA directly, saying, “If you’re looking for the same kind of scroll, it’s best to ask the kakejiku manufacturer in Japan who made mine.”

Thanks to this introduction, Mr. A reached out to us and we were honored to take on the commission.

Trust Passed On Across Borders

After several rounds of correspondence, we proceeded to produce the scroll in a manner that would meet Mr. A’s expectations.

We are pleased to know that the scroll reached its destination safely. It is our greatest joy if our work can support meaningful activities such as this.

We Welcome International Inquiries

At ART NOMURA, we also welcome inquiries regarding the production of Nichiren Mandala scrolls, such as the one featured in this article.
If you are considering creating a kakejiku, please feel free to consult with us.