Suzuki Kiitsu: Standard-Bearer of the Edo Rinpa School

Inspired by the literature and waka poetry of the Heian period, the classical revivalist Rinpa school was established in 17th-century Kyoto and rose to prominence through the efforts of master painter Ogata Korin and his brother Kenzan. In Edo, however, the school later took a more realistic, refined path – mainly through the efforts of Sakai Hoitsu and his student Suzuki Kiitsu (1796-1858), who drew on the legacy of Korin while giving Rinpa a distinctly modern, colourful touch. The Suntory Museum now looks back at Suzuki's illustrious career with an extensive retrospective, which features work from throughout his life – including masterpiece 'Morning Glories', on loan from the Met in New York. Wear a kimono to get a ¥100 discount on the entrance fee.