Tokyo:Calligraphy &Make your original folding fan in Asakusa

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Learn the art of Japanese calligraphy with a professional instructor. Practice favorite Japanese and kanji characters in calligraphy. Making original Fan with calligraphy, It's a special souvenir.

Highlights

  • Learn the history of Japanese calligraphy and discover the mind of hiragana
  • Study the attitude and right posture about calligraphy with a professional
  • Practice writing for 30 minutes on thin paper with guide paper and expert staff
  • Enjoy a cup of green tea and write a postcard to yourself at home
  • Make a original folding fan

Description

Learn the art of Japanese calligraphy with a professional calligraphy instructor. Discover the history of Japanese calligraphy and practice writing with a brush and ink. Start by learning the history of Japanese calligraphy, and discover the mind of Japanese hiragana and modern life culture. Study the attitude and right posture about calligraphy, and learn how to use a Japanese brush called 'Fude' and the right amount of ink to use. Use water to melt traditional solid ink sticks for calligraphy. Practice writing for basically 8 techniques with guide paper and expert staff. Practice writing for 30 minutes on thin paper, and choose your favorite design from a sample book or order to expert staff. Experience calligraphy until you are satisfied with your work, and take it home as a one-of-a-kind souvenir. Write a postcard for yourself at home with a cup of green tea. Explain your emotions after calligraphy in a postcard when you return home, and remind yourself of the memory. Finally, making original Fan with your calligraphy.

Includes

History of Japanese calligraphy Study of posture and attitude for calligraphy Traditional ink melting Brush usage and techniques Practice with guide paper Custom design practice Writing a postcard Green tea

Important Information

  • Wear clothes that can get a bit dirty from ink (but we have our aprons ready.) No food and drinks allowed during the session

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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