We celebrate a significant milestone in the history of the Shinboku Shodo Class, where the spirit of calligraphy is passed down to the next generation.
A Gathering of New Masters
We held a special mini-exhibition to commemorate the graduation and certification of the 2nd Generation Instructor Training Course students.
For a calligrapher, achieving the rank of “Shihan” (Instructor) is not a finish line, but a new starting line. It marks the transition from a student who learns to a master who transmits. To honor this achievement, the gallery was filled with the fresh, passionate works of these new instructors.
Teacher and Students, Side by Side
The exhibition featured a unique curation:
- The Mentor: New works by Chosho Yabe.
- The Successors: Pieces by the newly certified 2nd generation, supported by works from the 1st generation instructors.
Seeing these works displayed together was a visual testament to the lineage of our school. It showed how the philosophy of “Tradition meets Innovation” is being interpreted and evolved by new voices. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who visited and witnessed the future of Shodo.
Yabe Chosho Office
