Pa. woodworkers craft gift for Prime Minister of Japan

NEW HOPE, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Mira Nakashima's father, George, was known as a pioneer of Japanese woodworking aesthetics here in the United States.

She has carried on the family business for many years. And in 2024, she had the honor of creating a special gift that President Biden gave to the Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida.

Watch the video above to see the full story.

To learn more about George Nakashima Woodworkers, visit their website.

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