EXPERIENCE

Features of the calligraphy experience program

Calligraphy Kyoto is the only calligraphy studio in Kyoto where you can receive direct guidance from a professional calligrapher with 35 years of teaching experience.
Features of the calligraphy experience program

For those who want to experience calligraphy, a traditional Japanese art, in Japan’s ancient capital, Kyoto.
While creating unique works, experience the emotions and ways of thinking of calligraphy.
Make works that reflect your heart.
Why not take a calligraphy lesson and write your favorite Kanji on Japanese washi paper?

This course is for everyone! Both children and adults.
The studio is situated in a traditional Kyo-machiya house, located in the center of Kyoto.
The studio serves those within the community, both Japanese and foreign guests.
Same-day reservations are also possible, but advance reservations are preferred.
We have many courses to suit your interests.
Contact me for a free gallery visit, where my original works are also for sale.
English and Mandarin are also available.

At Calligraphy Kyoto, we use the highest quality calligraphy tools which were carefully selected by the calligrapher Niimi. This includes custom made brushes from Kumano, Hiroshima, Japanese washi paper, real ink stone, and ink sticks from Nara. They are also available for purchase.


Calligraphy experience course contents



2 Hour Hanging Scroll and Hanko Course- Best for Adults
¥22,000- (Usually ¥28,000- Special Period Discount)

Hanko is a red seal rubber stamp



1 Hour Shikishi Course- Best for Families


¥12,000-
(Usually ¥15,000- Special Period Discount)

Shikishi is traditional Japanese letter paper pasted onto a beautiful paper board



2 Hour Special Courses- Hanko, Sensu, or Sutra- Best for Focused Learning
¥20,000-

Hanko is a red seal rubber stamp, sensu is a Japanese fan, and sutra is Buddhist scripture.


3mo-1yr Long Term Study Abroad- Visa
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Commissioned Works
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2025/2/19
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2 Hour Hanging Scroll and Hanko Course- Best for Adults 09:0010:0011:0012:0013:0014:0015:0016:0017:0018:0019:00