Weaving

SAORI is a movement and integrated practice of creative and personal realization founded in 1969 by Misao Jo and still continued by her family in Osaka, Japan.

It is rooted in the activity of free-flowing, uninhibited hand weaving and the core philosophy that we are all born with unique sensibilities and the power to create. SAORI is not only a practice of connecting deeply with one’s own creative and authentic self, but it is also a practice of connecting deeply with others. By discovering and nurturing our individuality yet shared humanity and ability to express ourselves, we cultivate awareness and compassion within ourselves and our global community.

"In SAORI, practice does not make perfect—
or imperfect. Practicing SAORI is a continual journey of being present to and learning deeply about who we are, genuinely and free from judgments and expectations that naturally develop from within ourselves and from our external world."

"By discovering and nurturing our individuality yet shared humanity and ability to express ourselves, we cultivate awareness and compassion within ourselves and our global community."