Katsura Funakoshi: Sculptor of Quiet Contemplation Katsura Funakoshi (舟越 桂), born in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan in 1951, was a Japanese sculptor whose work embodies a profound connection to nature and human emotion. His artistic journey began amidst the rich cultural traditions of his birthplace—a region celebrated for its meticulously crafted wooden architecture and enduring spirit—laying the groundwork for an aesthetic ch…