Japanese Calligraphy - Shodo - Lesson (near Kyoto Station)

Master Japanese Calligraphy near Kyoto Station. Learn to write your name and more. Take home your personalized creations.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kyoto - [Experience Details]
  1. The staff will provide a lesson on using a brush and applying ink.
  2. Practice writing basic characters (Kanji: “One”, “A”, “Forever”, “Kyoto”).
    → You can create a scroll with the Kanji characters you write and take it home.
  3. Write your own name in Kanji characters (approximately).
    Our staff will help you choose…
What's Included
  • Use of brushes, ink & washi-paper
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join us for an exciting Traditional Japanese Calligraphy experience! Discover a new skill and take home some wonderful, authentic Japanese souvenirs! This activity can be enjoyed after exploring Kyoto or before dinner, making the most of your time. Watch the video below for a glimpse of the class, and book your spot as soon as possible! (*English…

Location
MK Taxi VIP Station Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit( Taxi Stand/ Kyoto sightseeing reception)
Our VIP Taxi Station is just across the street from Kyoto Station!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(34 Ratings)
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Somze
Aug 25, 2025
A great activity for the family! - This was a very fun activity that both I am and my 9-year old son loved. There were several items to decorate with calligraphy and many chances to practice. The team created unique spellings of our names in Japanese kanji characters and helped us make the brush strokes in the right direction and order. There were 3 or 4 people helping us and they were very patient and encouraging. We came away with lots of uniquely decorated items and presents. To top it off, we were there at the right time but on the wrong day and the team accommodated us anyway. Highly recommend!
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Rosalette_p
Aug 25, 2025
A wonderful time learning Japanese Calligraphy - Highly recommended fun activity for young and old. The staff was very engaging and helpful. Very conversant in English.
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Ben7804
Aug 8, 2025
Create memories during your Japan travel. - Very pleasant and fun activity. We enjoyed every single minute. We are a family of 5 (2 parents + 8yo / 15 yo / 17 yo ) and all of us had a great time learning and writing some words in Japanese.
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Gailmck1226
Aug 4, 2025
Fun art experience! - Such a fun experience. Lana and Waka were so informative and patient. We learned so much history and art. Definitely would recommend.
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Vivian_p
Jul 22, 2025
Calligraphy in Japan - It was our last day in Japan at it was only two blocks away from where we were staying near the train station very nice and welcoming. Learned about different kinds of calligraphy used in Japan. To find it you need to look for the MK taxi stand.
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O3997gbjeffreya
Jul 18, 2025
An entertaining and enjoyable experience! - Very entertaining and pleasant experience. Follow the meeting instructions carefully, the location is a little hidden. Staff were friendly and attentive and the calligraphy lessons were exactly as advertised. Excellent time was had by all.
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U4933qcwilliamj
Jul 11, 2025
Great family experience - The class was an hour. Our family of four attended the class. We each had an instructor who spoke English that taught us how to write our names in the 3 character styles. All four instructors are were very personable. We took home our “practice sheets” and other items we wrote what we were taught. Fun family time!
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Shana_p
Jul 5, 2025
Wonderful beginner lesson with great souvenirs - It was a bit difficult to find (look for the MK building diagonally across the street when you come out of the station exit) but well worth it, everyone was so nice and we got some great souvenirs to bring home. My daughters loved it.
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Elvia_c
May 28, 2025
Fun and learn a little about Japanese - Haruko was great and friendly. Very kind and patient as she explained. I truly enjoyed it. I am very happy I did this activity. I want to learn more calligraphy.
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Sebastienlafage
Jul 15, 2025
Beautiful family moment - The whole team was very caring for us. We were able to write in different ways our first names and another word. Then on a souvenir fan. A bit fast, but very nice with children.
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From $54
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).