We are in the midst of an awesome social enterprise that is employing local women from Ishinomaki who are finding dignity and hope while making jewelry out of the broken pottery left in the wake of the 2011 tsunami.  They have become amazing artisans, and it is a joy to do life with them.  Please check it out!

Here is the link to the English site:

http://www.nozomiproject.com

And the Japanese site:

www.nozomiproject.jp

Here is an overview of our initial business practices, vision, and overview:

Nozomi’s Overview short