Japan · JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY CLASSES
One country, a rail pass and never quite enough days. These 15 japanese calligraphy classes earn their slot, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.
Learn Japanese calligraphy in Roppongi with matcha, personalized kanji art, a hanko stamp, and meaningful souvenirs in 80 minutes.
“SO FUN!!!! The amount of time to help you practice kanji and the amount of things you did make it so worth it! The staff were so friendly and the matcha latte was very good.”
Learn Japanese calligraphy at Kyoto’s Seigan-ji Temple, create a personal kanji artwork, and take home a handmade souvenir.
“This was such a memorable, positive experience! The teachers provided clear, systematic instruction to help our group create our own piece that we then got to take home as a souvenir. My partner and I enjoyed the process of Japanese calligraphy so much that we headed to a local calligraphy shop in Kyoto the next day to pick up a kit that we could use at home. Thank you for the lovely time!”
Learn Japanese calligraphy in Yanaka with friendly teachers, create a shikishi keepsake, and enjoy an authentic downtown Tokyo setting.
“A very relaxed fascinating hour learning some basic calligraphy. Saori, the teacher was patient and friendly and made the whole experience fun!”
Create your name in kanji, grind real ink, and paint a custom T-shirt in this calm, English-led Tokyo calligraphy workshop.
“Hiromi our calligraphy expert was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. We had ample time to learn different techniques of Japanese calligraphy.”
Make udon, sushi, tempura, matcha, origami, and calligraphy in a Tokyo home with Taka and Keiko during this warm 4-hour cultural class.
“This was such a special experience. Take and Keioki are the most gracious of people. It was the most perfect day. The conversation was awesome and we learned so much. Taka even showed us a beautiful street lined with cherry blossom Read more”
Learn Japanese calligraphy near Kyoto Station, write your name in kanji, and take home handmade souvenirs in this friendly one-hour class.
“We had an amazing time! The guides were really good at both teaching us the calligraphy in an understandable way, and cheering us on, which made the experience feel very comfortable and fun. They are full of knowledge, so it was really interesting to learn about both the history of calligraphy, and the japanese culture in general. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip, and I would really recommend it!”
Practice kanji with a patient Kyoto calligraphy teacher, create art on rice paper, and take home a personal souvenir for $32.
“The lesson was very interesting and the teacher explained very well. At the end you can proudly keep your work :)”
Create your name in Japanese kanji, practice authentic brushwork, and design a personal T-shirt in this small Tokyo calligraphy workshop.
“This Was Such A Cool Experience To Learn More About The Culture And The Art Form Of Calligraphy I Really Enjoyed This Activity And Would Highly Recommend”
Dress in a kimono, make matcha, practice calligraphy, and learn Japanese customs at a Zen temple on Miyajima near Hiroshima.
“Great experience, learning about tea and calligraphy. It was awesome to also put the Kimono on and take photos, the staff was very friendly.”
Learn Japanese calligraphy in a Kyoto home near Nijo Castle, practice kanji with a patient teacher, and take home your own washi artwork.
“Very friendly and professional teachers. Even though we were just starting to learn we could feel the relaxing effect it had on us. For us it was totally worth it.”
Learn Japanese calligraphy in private Osaka class, create a personal kanji artwork, and enjoy patient English guidance near Shinsaibashi.
“I just took a Japanese calligraphy workshop with Wa No Ma, which was a great experience. It wasn’t just about writing characters — it felt like a quiet meditation, learning to breathe and move with the brush. Wa No Ma was kind and patient, explaining the meaning behind each stroke and the Japanese language. I’m really proud of what I created — a piece that symbolizes happiness and connection. I highly recommend it—it's a great experience, and you get an OOAK souvenir to take back home!”
Learn Japanese calligraphy in a small Tokyo class near Asakusa and Ueno, then take home your own kanji artwork for $33.03.
“Such a great experience! We learned about the different ways of writing in Japanese, practiced basic shapes and then a few words. At the end we learned to write our favourite word on a nice cardboard paper to take home with us. Definitely recommended. The workshop is in the hostel, so you’d have to ask inside.”
Learn Japanese calligraphy, practice kanji, sip green tea, and make a one-of-a-kind folding fan in Asakusa for $16.
“This was my favorite activity during the trip! It was relaxing and almost meditative. The guide was very knowledgeable and beyond encouraging. She let me practice for as long as I wanted. I love that we can write Kanji letters that carry so much meaning and in the end can write a note to ourselves to commemorate this experience and the whole trip. She also gave me a lot of tips on things that I can do in Tokyo on my last day! I 100% recommend this activity to everyone.”
Make a custom T-shirt in Asakusa while learning Japanese calligraphy, practicing with a private teacher, and taking home a personal souvenir.
“Really fun activity ! Mana was an excellent teacher that was really kind and joyful, she was also really knowledgeable and a calligraphy expert!”
Practice Japanese calligraphy in a Kyoto townhouse near Ninenzaka, with patient guidance, cultural context, and a handmade kanji souvenir.
“Kind and patient but excellent teachers. Short class But fun. We came away with our own handmade Kanji symbol”
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