Chō Kōran

Chō Kōran (張 紅蘭, 1804–1879) was a Japanese poet and artist, known for her study of Chinese arts and specialization in bunjinga ink paintings. She traveled extensively across Japan with her husband, fellow poet Yanagawa Seigan, and her poetry and artwork was published in several volumes. Later in life, she founded a private school and taught Chinese poetry to women.

Chō Kōran
Born1804
Sone, Mino Province, Japan
Died1879 (aged 7475)
NationalityJapanese
Occupation(s)Poet, artist
SpouseYanagawa Seigan
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