noun
the three famous ancient calligraphers
Historical term referring to Emperor Saga, Tachibana no Hayanari, and Kōbō Daishi (Kūkai), celebrated as the three great calligraphers of the early Heian period.
三筆は、平安時代初期の書道の大家として知られている。
The Sanpitsu are known as great calligraphers of the early Heian period.