Okochi Teruna
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Calligraphy of the character for "fun" or "relaxation" (楽, raku), by Ôkôchi, on display at the Hotta mansion in Sakura
- Other Names: 源桂閣 (Genkeikaku)
- Japanese: 大河内輝声 (Ookouchi Teruna)
Ôkôchi Teruna was the last Edo period lord of Takasaki han in Kôzuke province.
His mother was the older sister of Hotta Masatomo, last lord of Sakura han in Shimousa province.
Ôkôchi, also known as Genkeikaku, was an accomplished calligrapher.
References
- Gallery labels, Hotta mansion.[1]
