Japanese Calligraphy - Shodo - Lesson (near Kyoto Station)

4.9
(36 reviews)
Kyoto, Japan

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Please come and try Traditional Japanese Calligraphy! You can learn a new skill and get some great authentically Japanese Souvenirs to take home! You can experience calligraphy after sightseeing in Kyoto or before dinner, so you can use your time effectively. Check out the video below for an example of the class, and make a reservation ASAP! (*English Instruction Included) We also have activities for young children, so please bring them along!
*Due to popular demand, we have increased the number of time slots for the experience! You can now choose from 3:00PM, 4:00PM, 5:00PM, and 6:00PM. Other times also possible. Please ask!*
Souvenirs you will recieve for taking part in our class (included in the cost):
1. Your name written on calligraphy paper in kanji, hiragana, or katakana
2. A folding fan with your favorite word or name written on it
3. A postcard with your favorite word or name written on it
&
4. A gift envelope
OR
5. A photo frame
*Please choose one.

What's Included

Use of brushes, ink & washi-paper
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our VIP Taxi Station is just across the street from Kyoto Station!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    [Content of Experience] ①The staff will give you a lecture on how to use a brush and how to apply ink. ②Let's write basic characters (Kanji "One", "A", "Forever", "Kyoto")  →You can make a scroll of the Kanji characters you write and take it home with you. ③Let's write your own name in Kanji characters (approximately)  Our staff will assist you with possible kanji characters and their meanings.  Example) Brian → “武礼安” (武 =Martial → military commander/bravery, courtesy →礼=politeness/gratitude, 安= peace)  Liz → "梨図 Pear Painting" (梨=Pear, 図= painting)

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Kyoto MK

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Cancellation Policy

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

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