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2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience
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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in:
English
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- English
Experience Japanese calligraphy using real onsen water in a peaceful ryokan setting.
Write on traditional paper or a Japanese hand fan, and take home your one-of-a-kind creation.
Relax and connect with the spirit of Hakone through this soothing cultural experience.
What's Included
Venue fee for the indoor space at the onsen ryokan
Complimentary Japanese tea served during the experience
All calligraphy materials
A take-home bag for your finished pieces
Instruction by an experienced calligraphy teacher
One uchiwa (Japanese round paper fan) for artwork
Onsen water for ink preparation
Cultural explanation of Hakone’s hot spring traditions
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Gratuities for the guide/instructor (optional, at your discretion)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please gather at the entrance of the historic Yamato-kan Onsen Ryokan in Hakone Yumoto. On the day of the tour, your guide will be waiting at the ryokan’s entrance holding a laminated sign with the tour name.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Enjoy a memorable Onsen Calligraphy Experience at a historic hot spring ryokan in Hakone.
In this rare and culturally rich workshop,
you’ll mix your ink with actual onsen (hot spring) water and explore the calming art of Japanese calligraphy.
The session begins with a brief introduction to the history and cultural significance of Hakone’s hot springs,
setting the stage for a deeper connection with your artwork.
Whether it’s your first time or you’ve tried calligraphy before,
the friendly instructor will guide you through the basics with care and encouragement.
You’ll create your piece on traditional Japanese paper or on a uchiwa (a classic round Japanese hand fan),
which you can take home as a lasting memento of your experience.
In this rare and culturally rich workshop,
you’ll mix your ink with actual onsen (hot spring) water and explore the calming art of Japanese calligraphy.
The session begins with a brief introduction to the history and cultural significance of Hakone’s hot springs,
setting the stage for a deeper connection with your artwork.
Whether it’s your first time or you’ve tried calligraphy before,
the friendly instructor will guide you through the basics with care and encouragement.
You’ll create your piece on traditional Japanese paper or on a uchiwa (a classic round Japanese hand fan),
which you can take home as a lasting memento of your experience.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by
Onsen Experience Lab – Yuno-iro
Tags
Art Classes
Small Group
Short term availability
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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