early life and background sugawara mitsushige, a renowned japanese artist, was born in gifu, japan in 1621. he passed away in 1686, leaving behind a legacy in the art world. artistic contributions mitsushige is famously known for creating the artwork 'universal gateway,' chapter 25 of the lotus sutra in 1257 using paper as his medium. this masterpiece showcases his skill and dedication to the craft. notable artworks and style universal gateway, a chapter from the lotus sutra, exemplifies mitsushige's expertise in paper art. his work is characterized by its emphasis on paper as a primary medi…