Explore the timeless art of «shodo», Japanese calligraphy, in this immersive noren-making workshop led by Kuniharu Yoshida (@kuniharu.yoshida92 ), celebrated calligrapher and director of JACCC’s Shodo for Little Tokyo program 🖌️ ✨ In this hands-on session, you’ll: ↪️ learn the history & philosophy behind Japanese calligraphy ↪️ create a hand-painted noren (traditional fabric divider) ↪️ explore the meaning of everyday artistry 📍 @mise_jaccc 📅 June 19 & July 18, 2025 ⌛ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Held alongside a special noren exhibition featuring works by community seniors from Shodo for Little Tokyo, this workshop offers a meaningful connection to Japanese cultural traditions. All materials included, and your handcrafted noren is yours to take home. Spots are limited—reserve your place today at jaccc.org🧵 #JACCC #LittleTokyo #DTLA #JapaneseCalligraphy #Shodo #Noren #CulturalArts #Handmade #JapaneseTraditions #CreativeWorkshops (fb)

Discover the beauty of imperfection through «kintsugi», the traditional Japanese art of golden repair 🪄🥣✨ In this rare 1.5-hour workshop, enjoy Japanese tea and snacks as you: ↪️ Learn about kintsugi’s cultural roots and philosophy ↪️ Watch a live demonstration of the traditional repair process ↪️ Finish your own kintsugi piece using red urushi & metal powder to take home 📍 @mise_jaccc 📅 June 21, July 19 & August 23, 2025 ⌛ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Led by @miyasilversmith, POJ Studio’s (@pojstudio) LA-based instructor, this intimate, hands-on session is open to ages 13+ and includes all materials to craft your own cup. Spots are limited for each session—reserve your place today at jaccc.org 🎟️ #JACCC #Kintsugi #Workshop #POJStudio #DTLA #JapaneseArt #WabiSabi #GoldenRepair #MindfulMaking #CulturalCrafts (fb)