Kaori Ishijima was born in Aichi, Japan. She began practicing calligraphy at the age of 7 and has been learning it for 45 years. She is a skilled professional calligraphy artist who has spent a total of 18 years working mainly in Europe before moving to St. Louis two years ago. Many of her students seek a calligraphy class similar to meditative experience. She creates artwork, holds numerous exhibitions, and has received many prestigious awards. She has also successfully participated in numerous events throughout Europe. Currently, she aims to promote the beauty of calligraphy in St. Louis.