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Calligraphy Experience in Hiroshima
Create Your Own Japanese Fan (Uchiwa) with Calligraphy
Experience a special moment of self-reflection and calm through Japanese calligraphy, in Hiroshima — a city known worldwide as a symbol of peace.
Your instructor began calligraphy at the age of three and has received numerous awards. Even complete beginners are warmly welcomed. You will learn brush techniques step by step, with gentle guidance and hands-on support.
At the end of the session, you’ll choose a meaningful word and complete your own calligraphy on a traditional Japanese fan (uchiwa).
Take it home as a memorable and personal souvenir — one that you created from the heart.
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind cultural experience and express your feelings through brush and ink.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
On the 5th floor of Hiroshima Sunmall, inside Bon Kogei Takumi, our staff wearing traditional Japanese-style clothing will be waiting to welcome you.
What to expect
Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy in Hiroshima, the City of Peace.
In this calming and creative experience, you’ll learn to write beautiful characters using traditional tools like brush, ink, and paper.
- Introduction to calligraphy tools
- Practice basic strokes (dots, lines, sweeps)
- Try writing hiragana and kanji
- Create a final work on a Japanese fan (uchiwa) with a word of your choice
- Take home your original handmade fan as a unique souvenir.
Led by an award-winning calligrapher offering gentle, hands-on guidance.
Perfect for:
- First-timers
- Fans of Japanese culture
- Anyone who wants to express themselves through writing
No preparation needed — just bring yourself!
All tools are provided.
Let your heart guide the brush as you create your own meaningful piece.
Optional photo service
We’re happy to take photos during the session and send them to you digitally afterward — free of charge.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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