From Brush to Fabric with Kuniharu Yoshida
When
Friday, July 18, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where
Price
$120.00 (+ $12.00 fee)
Includes workshop materials & a take-home 27" x 34" noren.
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About
Explore the timeless art of shodo, Japanese calligraphy, in this immersive noren-making workshop led by Kuniharu “Kuni” Yoshida, celebrated calligrapher and director of JACCC's Shodo for Little Tokyo program. More than just an introduction to shodo, this session invites you to create your own noren, a traditional Japanese fabric divider typically hung in doorways, windows, or rooms. Norens offer privacy, can signify welcome or separation of space, and serve as functional decor and meaningful cultural keepsakes.
Each year, the Shodo for Little Tokyo program culminates in a special project. This year, 30 hand-painted noren by community seniors will be showcased as a stunning hanging installation at MISE 店 from early June through mid-August. As you brush each character on the fabric amidst the exhibition, you’ll engage deeply with the history, beauty, and everyday relevance of Japanese calligraphy, guided by a master whose teachings reflect decades of practice and community stewardship. Materials are included, and your 27" x 34" handcrafted noren will be yours to take home and display.
Spots are limited for each session. Sign up now to learn from Kuni and bring home a piece of living tradition.
Things To Know
Kuniharu Yoshida
Kuniharu Yoshida is a Japanese Calligrapher and Hip-hop dancer. He was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, into a family of generational Master Calligraphers, and is currently based in Los Angeles, CA.
In 1990 at the age of six, he began to learn Japanese Calligraphy under Master Yoshiko Kawakita. After practicing traditional calligraphy for two decades, he began to experiment and collaborate with artists to combine sublime arts, merging traditional with contemporary. Respect between different cultures is the foundation of Kuniharu’s unique work, designed to intertwine not just art but also audiences. He finds that art is a great way to increase understanding amongst people of various backgrounds while communicating one’s culture in a simple and easy-to-understand manner.
Most notably, his works have been included in the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum’s Uneo Art Exhibition with Tamayura-kai and Atelier Cosmos, and he has done performances for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Netflix, and Sony Electronics. In recent years, Kuniharu has expanded his work into directorial and production work, where his short film First Street North won Best Documentary Short in the 2019 Asian Film Festival of Dallas.
Accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact mise@jaccc.org.
Entrance & Check-in
The entrance to MISE 店 at the Toshizo Watanabe Exhibition Center can be found inside the lobby of our 5-story Office Tower.
We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early for the event. All guests will need to check in at the table inside the Office Tower lobby, so be sure to have your e-ticket(s) with QR code ready.
Plan Your Visit
JACCC is a 7-minute walk from the L.A. Metro Rail's Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, which connects to both the A and E lines via the Regional Connector.
For additional transportation options and parking details, check out Go Little Tokyo's Guide to the area here.
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