Kusamakura · Character

Daitetsu

A monk or abbot of Kaikanji temple, involved in local religious life.

minor

Also known as Daitetsu-sama, Daitetsu, the Kaikanji, Daitetsu of Kaikanji

First appearance: VIII

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In III: His calligraphy is noted on a scroll in the narrator's room, prompting the narrator's thoughts on art. Later, in VIII: The priest and abbot of Kaikanji temple, a guest at the tea party, discusses art and…

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

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Aftermath
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III
His calligraphy is noted on a scroll in the narrator's room, prompting the narrator's thoughts on art.
VIII
The priest and abbot of Kaikanji temple, a guest at the tea party, discusses art and invites the narrator to visit.
IX
Referenced by his calligraphy on the wall and mentioned as the priest of Kaikanji who asked the Narrator to paint on a screen.
XI
Receives the narrator warmly, shares his view on art and culture, and recounts Nami's spiritual training after her divorce.
XII
Mentioned as the priest of Kaikanji, described as well-qualified to be an artist due to his uncluttered mind.

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See Daitetsu in VIII