Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Experience
When you land at an airport in Japan, you may be surprised to see letters you have never seen before. Japan's writing culture is very different from that of alphabet-using countries. Japanese is a rare language that uses a mixture of three different characters. And, newspapers and books are written vertically. Let's experience this unique Japanese writing culture. Writing characters with a brush and black ink on white paper is both an art and a meditative experience. All calligraphy tools are provided. You just come empty handed. Calm your mind, concentrate on writing and finish your own work. This experience will surely give you a taste of Japan.
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Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) experience
What's included in Shodo Japanese Calligraphy Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)1. The instructor will give a demonstration. 2. An explanation about Japanese characters and calligraphy. 3. Make black ink with an ink-stick and water. 4. Practice basic writing with correct posture. 5. Choose a kanji you want to write (your name, favorite word, animal, etc.). 6. The instructor will write a sample for each person. 7. Practice writing kanji on hanshi which is a paper for practicing 8. Make a final work. (You can try three times on the paper board) 9. Put a red stamp on your final work. 10. Staff will share the photos and videos they have taken. (By airdrop or email)
Inclusions
- Tools for calligraphy (for example, brush, ink and papers)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
- Optional paper materials (e.g. paper fans)
- Works written by the instructor
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The entrance faces Sotobori Street. You will find a folding screen with a pine tree painted on it.
