Kokin wakashu [Anthology of Japanese Poetry Ancient and Modern]


Date(s) of creation: c 13th century
Level: Collection
Format: Archive           

Reference number: MS 85146
Main author: Unknown
Extent: 2 volumeS
Admin history: The Kokin wakashu of 905 is the first imperially commissioned anthology of waka, Japanese court poetry, compiled by chief editor Ki no Tsurayuki and other prominent court poets at the behest of Emperor Daigo (r.897-930).
Acquisition: Purchased in 1951.
Access status: Open
User restrictions: For permission to publish, please contact Archives & Special Collections, SOAS Library in the first instance
Language: Japanese
Physical description: H26 x W16cm.
Format: Archive           
Description not available.
Access Points - Places:
Place Code Place Name
1861060 Japan