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When was Kūkai born?

  • 27 July 774

  • 15 May 770

  • 19 January 780

  • 3 December 775

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Born on July 27, 774, Kūkai, also known as Kōbō-Daishi, was a prominent Japanese monk, scholar, artist, and founder of the Shingon school of Buddhism. He is revered as a great master and is considered one of the most influential figures in Japanese history and culture for his contributions to religion, education, literature, and art.
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