Tokyo Nihonga Workshop Japanese Style Painting

Ginza, Japan
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Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, Japanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

In this workshop, we use authentic paints, tools, and materials that are nonetheless easy for beginners to handle.
You will have the opportunity to create paints using traditional methods and then use them to paint, as well as experience adding brilliant decorative touches using gold leaf techniques.
Additionally, our introduction to the history and concepts of *Nihonga* (Japanese-style painting) will satisfy your intellectual curiosity with surprising facts and fascinating anecdotes.

What's included

  • Drinking water during the session, plus matcha green tea and a Japanese-style sweet.
  • A brief introduction into Nihonga
  • An intimate session with a master Nihonga artist with extensive teaching experience.
  • All tools required to paint your own Nihonga, including the brush, scroll, paint

What to expect

The workshop will be hosted at a small art gallery in Ginza, Tokyo. It is owned and operated by Akutsu-sensei, who will also be your instructor.
Akutsu-sensei is a graduate of Tama Art University and Tsukuba University's art department. After graduation, he has built an international career as an artist and designer. He also has experience teaching at an art school, and at his art class.

Tokyo Art Place Gallery opened in 2025 to share art with everyone. He believes that art is for the people, not just for industry professionals.

The workshop begins with a brief introduction into the history and concept of Nihonga. You will also get a crash course on Japanese mineral pigments (Iwa enogu), Painting tools (brush and scroll), and painting techniques.
You will choose an artwork to paint, and the master will give you step-by-step instructions on how to paint.
It is no problem if you are a beginner, the master has extensive experience with teaching students, including beginners, how to paint Nihonga.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will place a sign announcing the workshop at the building entrance. Please use it as a guide to enter the building and come to Room 403 on the fourth floor.

End point

We will place a sign announcing the workshop at the building entrance. Please use it as a guide to enter the building and come to Room 403 on the fourth floor.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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