Fujiwara no Teika

Fujiwara no Teika (1162–1241) was a renowned Japanese poet, scholar, and calligrapher from the Heian era. He is celebrated for his mastery of classical poetry, particularly the waka form, and for shaping poetic standards that influenced Japanese literature for centuries. Teika also contributed to literary criticism and compiled important anthologies, helping preserve Japan’s poetic tradition. His influence extended beyond poetry, impacting art and culture in medieval Japan. Known for his refined style and intellectual depth, Teika is regarded as one of Japan’s greatest poets and a central figure in the development of Japanese poetic aesthetics.