14 at the Double Tree by Hilton in Little Tokyo.

intertwined in a graceful knot.even when he journeyed thousands of miles away from it.

By JONATHAN VAN HARMELENSpecial to The RafuIf you go to Weller Court near Second Street.the Friends of Little Tokyo Arts commissioned Shinkichi to create a sculpture for the redevelopment of the area.While in high school he became an apprentice to sculptor Donal Hord.

Shinkichis knot not only represents the desire to bridge gaps within society.Even as he lived thousands of miles away.

Disgusted by the racism he faced.

Shinkichi Tajiri’s “Friendship Knot” on Onizuka Street in Little Tokyo.often surprising observers with each new creation.

Michael Yamasaki appraises swords and will be conducting a tameshigiri exhibition during Tanzo: Art Forge on July 7.live knife-forging demonstrations.

which includes tax and service fee.including a sake tasting and a five-course dinner prepared by an all-star chef team.