Japanese Shrine Calligraphy | Private 1-on-1 Tatami Experience

Tokyo, Japan
Duration1h 30m
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

- Enjoy one-on-one instruction in a private setting, with exclusive use of a traditional tatami room.

- Historic Shrine Venue: Practice traditional calligraphy inside a serene shrine in the Ueno/Asakusa area.

- Mindful Start in Japanese Attire: Wear traditional samue clothing and begin with a calming meditation.

- Dynamic Grand Brush Action: Express yourself using your whole body to write with a giant brush.

- One-of-a-Kind "Wish Scroll" Souvenir: Take home your own Kanji art in a custom miniature hanging scroll and paulownia wood box.

- Relaxing Tea Finale in Small Groups: Enjoy Japanese tea and sweets in an intimate session capped at 4 people.

What's included

  • Kimono, guide, calligraphy set, Wish Scroll, Grand Brush art, tea & sweets.

What to expect

Authentic Japanese calligraphy at a shrine: large and small brushes
Enjoy a 90-minute calligraphy workshop inside a historic shrine in Tokyo’s Ueno/Asakusa area.

Experience Steps:
1. Meditation & Insight: Put on Japanese attire (samue), calm your mind with brief meditation, and learn basic brushwork.

2. Small Brush Art: Select your favorite Kanji, practice, and write it on premium washi paper.

3. Wish Scroll: Turn your creation into a miniature hanging scroll packaged in a traditional paulownia box.

4.Grand Brush: Use your whole body to write a dynamic character using a giant brush.

5. Tea Time: Relax with Japanese tea and seasonal sweets.

Important Information
- Price: Per person.
- Health: Please refrain from participating if feeling unwell.
- Cancellations: If canceled due to unexpected circumstances, we will notify you by the day before for a refund or venue change.
- Punctuality: Arriving late may shorten your time.
- Clothing: Ink is used; wear suitable clothes (aprons available).
- Etiquette: Remove shoes upon entry and respect the shrine’s sacred environment.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point - 2F Shitaya Shrine Hall (3-29-8 Higashiueno)
Access - 2-min walk from Inaricho Sta; 6-min walk from Ueno or Shin-Okachimachi Sta.
Note - Remove shoes before entering the shrine and look for our staff.

End point

Meeting Point - 2F Shitaya Shrine Hall (3-29-8 Higashiueno)
Access - 2-min walk from Inaricho Sta; 6-min walk from Ueno or Shin-Okachimachi Sta.
Note - Remove shoes before entering the shrine and look for our staff.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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