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Bridging the Future Through the Art of Calligraphy

In Japan, calligraphy transcends the mere act of writing; it has been nurtured as a cultural art form, handed down through generations.

As someone who lives within this rich history and spirit, I see it as my mission to pass on this profound tradition to younger generations, children, and people around the world while creating new value. Striving to be a bridge that connects the potential of calligraphy to the future, I continue to challenge myself every day.

Works

Profile

Moriyama Sonka

Teacher: Miyawaki Koen
Regular member of Nihon Shunju
Shihan of Koishikai

Born in Saitama in 1975, I began studying calligraphy around the age of five. In 2003, I held my first solo exhibition at a restaurant in Azabu-Juban, Tokyo. Since then, my work has spanned various fields, from designing the title for a CD jacket by world-renowned guitarist Ichiro Suzuki to leading calligraphy workshops for Hollywood stars such as Will Smith. In 2023, I held my first overseas exhibition and received the Special Jury Award at Art Friend 2023 in Florence.

Awards

2023


Art Friend 2023 Florence Jury Special Award Winner
31st International Peace Art Exhibition 21st Century Kanazawa Museum of Art, Vietnam Hanoi Exhibited
38th Contemporary Japanese Calligraphers Association People's Republic of China Embassy Award Winner
3rd Utrillo and Contemporary Montparnasse Special Award Winner, Nishiyama Museum of Art Commemoration Committee

2024


Received the International Cultural Friendship Art Award from the World Standard International Arts and Culture Association
Received the World Cultural and Cultural Contribution Award from the World Standard International Arts and Culture Association
Received the Contribution Award from the World Standard International Arts and Culture Association
Exhibited at the Exhibition of MINERVA 2024
Member of the Royal Society of British Artists (RBA)
Received the Speaker of the House of Representatives Award from the 39th Contemporary Japanese Calligraphers Association
Exhibited at the Sesshu International Art Association Exhibition
Exhibited at the 29th Japanese Art Nationally Selected Artists Exhibition at the Ueno Royal Museum and won the Jury Special Award
Exhibited at the 29th Japanese Art Award-winning Artists Exhibition at Bunshun Gallery
Exhibited at the 4th Art Exhibition at Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto and Vienna
Received the International Cultural Friendship Art Award for "Finland Evening - Gala Concert & Dinner" attended by Chairman Matsudaira of the Tokugawa Family

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