Ozu Yasujiro's Cinema and Zen Philosophy in the Art of Silence

Elevating Japanese Thought into Visual Philosophy of "Mu", "Ma" and "Yohaku"

I cannot even count how many times I have watched the films of Yasujiro Ozu (1903–1963), the filmmaker I revere most deeply. Each viewing offers profound philosophical insights, brilliantly captured through his unique cinematic expression. Thus, this article delves into Ozu’s cinematic art, which skillfully integrates and elevates Zen philosophy through…