Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Asakusa - Create Your Artwork

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join a friendly, beginner-friendly Japanese calligraphy workshop in Asakusa, led by a certified master of both calligraphy and traditional Japanese dance.

Learn essential brush techniques while discovering the history, meanings, and cultural stories behind Japanese calligraphy. More than simply writing characters, this experience offers a relaxed and personal introduction to Japanese culture.

After the workshop, you may find that the Japanese characters you see on street signs, shop curtains, and temples around the city look a little different—each one carrying a story you can now begin to recognize.

Instruction is provided in English, all materials are included, and you will take home your own calligraphy artwork as a meaningful souvenir.

What's Included

Personalized calligraphy guidance
Calligraphy materials included
Finished artwork to take home
English-speaking instructor
Transportation to and from the venue is not included.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Kaminarimon Police Box

Venue address will be sent after booking. Reply to confirm and come directly there. If no reply, meet me 10 min before at the Koban (Police Box) beside Kaminarimon Gate. Venue is a 2–10 min walk. If lost, message me via Viator.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) in Asakusa with a certified master of both calligraphy and traditional Japanese dance.

In this beginner-friendly 1.5-hour experience, you will learn basic brush techniques and practice a curated selection of essential Japanese characters. The specific characters will be revealed on the day, along with their meanings and cultural stories.

More than a writing class, this is a relaxed and welcoming introduction to Japanese culture. As you create your artwork, your instructor will share the history, traditions, and stories behind Japanese calligraphy and culture.

No experience is needed. All materials are provided, and the lesson is conducted in English. Take home your finished calligraphy artwork as a memorable souvenir.

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Iko Japanese Arts

Tags

Art Classes
Language Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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