Public transportation options are available nearby
•
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Even if the adult does not participate in the experience, a viewing fee of 3,500 yen per person will be charged.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
•
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
•
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
•
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
•
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
•
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
What image do you have of Japanese calligraphy? You might think of calligraphy as one of the most difficult Japanese art forms to try yourself, but it is not. Why don't you experience this Japanese cultural art form yourself?
Calligraphy has recently attracted attention from people all over the world, especially through the gaining popularity of Zen Buddhism. The fundamental philosophy of Zen teaches that meditation is a necessary practice to learn to turn the eye inward. During our calligraphy session you'll have an opportunity to concentrate in a Zen-like sitting meditation. The aroma of black ink will also soothe your mind and make you feel relaxed.
It is a unique opportunity to be ab...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Materials such as ink, paper
Calligraphy utensils rental fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
605 Nishidachō
●From Kyoto Station
1. Take City Bus #9 and get off at Horikawa Matsubara (Riding time: 15 min) → 5-minute walk
2. Take City Bus #6 or #206 and get off at Omiya Matsubara (Riding time: 15 min) → 5-minute walk
●From Shijo Kawaramachi
Take Hankyu Railway and get off at Omiya Sta. → 5-minute walk
Calligraphy is one of the traditional Japanese cultures. It's a simple art form to write letters with black ink on white paper. However, the form of the art work can vary greatly according to the person who creates it, which is another charm of calligraphy.
You may believe that painting kanji (Chinese) characters is very difficult, but it's not the case when you approach it as if you were drawing a pictograph or picture since kanji was originally a set of hieroglyphs. Even beginners can create a beautiful work of art under the careful guidance of our instructors.
Why don't you make your own calligraphy work while spending a relaxing and peaceful time in a traditional Kyoto townhouse? It is...
Calligraphy Experience in Kyoto Townhouse
(10) Reviews
Shimogyo Ward
About
What image do you have of Japanese calligraphy? You might think of calligraphy as one of the most difficult Japanese art forms to try yourself, but it is not. Why don't you experience this Japanese cultural art form yourself?
Calligraphy has recently attracted attention from people all over the world, especially through the gaining popularity of Zen Buddhism. The fundamental philosophy of Zen teaches that meditation is a necessary practice to learn to turn the eye inward. During our calligraphy session you'll have an opportunity to concentrate in a Zen-like sitting meditation. The aroma of black ink will also soothe your mind and make you feel relaxed.
It is a unique opportunity to be ab...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Materials such as ink, paper
Calligraphy utensils rental fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
605 Nishidachō
●From Kyoto Station
1. Take City Bus #9 and get off at Horikawa Matsubara (Riding time: 15 min) → 5-minute walk
2. Take City Bus #6 or #206 and get off at Omiya Matsubara (Riding time: 15 min) → 5-minute walk
●From Shijo Kawaramachi
Take Hankyu Railway and get off at Omiya Sta. → 5-minute walk