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 experience in Traditional Japanese Calligraphy! Discover a new skill and take home some wonderful, authentic Japanese souvenirs! Enjoy calligraphy either 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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(29 Ratings)
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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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Frank
May 15, 2025
Wonderful calligraphy experience - Fantastic experience, excellent teachers, great value for the money. Easy to find, across from west exit of Kyoto station.
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Ciarad783
May 15, 2025
Awesome calligraphy lesson! - The staff were so lovely and encouraging! Lots of practice runs before making a fan. Also got to use super cute stamps. I definitely recommend!
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618sarinaj
Apr 30, 2025
Special Kyoto Experience - Lovely experience for anyone. Very patient and kind tutor. Highly recommend to any person. Fun activity. Easy location to find.
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V7510jkabigailh
Apr 29, 2025
Suteki shodō - Such a wonderful experience, the sensei is so friendly, kind and patient. A great variety,not rushed and have some lovely things to take away with me . I'm delighted!
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Travel717510
Apr 28, 2025
Wonderful and Definitely to try - The team is amazing and the experience is one of a kind. Definitely you need to try. You have very nice take aways back home!
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Paradise299208
Apr 28, 2025
Japanese writing - Very entertaining and enjoyable extremely informative and expressive very well, the teacher was very helpful and encouraging I thoroughly enjoyed the experience
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L9513kcnaders
Apr 12, 2025
Calligraphy class near Kyoto Station. - I got an hour of one on one coaching in Shodo. Sensei-San had me work on a number of words including the Kanji version of my name and also my favorite word. At the end you get to walk away with your own artwork fitted into a frame for a souvenir. Highly recommend it for those studying Japanese but fun for anyone really.
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W8600rodianab
Apr 11, 2025
Bamboo forest tour - Waka and Rena were amazing tour guides! We had so much fun, learned a lot and had a great experience. The shopping and treats were amazing. Arigato!
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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).