Sanctuary of Serenity: The Hokusai Museum and the Retrieval of the Lost Self

On the edge of the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, there is a place, quiet and profound, it is the hometown of the famous Ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai - The Hokusai Museum. Not only does it house the masterpieces of Hokusai's life, but it is also a haven where one can temporarily escape from the impetuous society and retrieve inner peace. Stepping into the gate of the Hokusai Museum, the sunlight shines through the tall windows, sprinkling in the quiet exhibition hall, where Hokusai's works quietly hang on the wall, each one is a story, telling the past years and distant scenery. Walking in this quiet space, I feel as if I have traveled through time and space, meeting Hokusai in that colorful world; I seem to be able to hear the hustle and bustle and tranquility of the Edo period under Hokusai's pen, and feel his pursuit of beauty and love for life. Every detail here makes people forget the passage of time and immerse themselves in that distant and beautiful world. The greatness of Hokusai lies not only in his artistic talent, but also in his love for life and persistence in self. In this rapidly changing society, we are often troubled by impetuosity and anxiety, forgetting the true voice of our hearts and the pursuit of a good life. In this impetuous society, what we may need is such a quiet space, which allows us to have the opportunity to stop, listen to our own voices, and find that simple and true self.