Zen and Japanese Culture is a classic that has influenced generations of readers and played a major role in shaping conceptions of Zen\'s influence on Japanese traditional arts.
Suzuki uses anecdotes, poetry, and illustrations.
He connects Zen to the philosophy of the samurai, and subtly portrays the relationship between Zen and swordsmanship, haiku, tea ceremonies, and the Japanese love of nature.
In simple and poetic language, Daisetz Suzuki describes Zen and its historical evolution.
Zen and Japanese Culture is a classic that has influenced generations of readers and played a major role in shaping conceptions of Zen\'s influence on Japanese traditional arts