Synopsis

The butsudan, a Buddhist altar, is a common presence in Japanese homes. Within its presence, family members kneel in supplication, seeking wisdom from the path to enlightenment and honoring the memories of those who have passed. Many butsudan are crafted by skilled artisans, often working as a team. Today, we speak with Kazunori Jokai, the eleventh generation owner of a supplier of butsudan with a history spanning three centuries. And in Plus One, we explore the diverse forms that contemporary b