Asakusa Calligraphy Workshop Craft Your Own Art in Tokyo

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Japanese calligraphy during a workshop in Asakusa, one of Tokyo’s historic districts. Over the course of 1–1.5 hours, an experienced instructor guides you through essential techniques, from brush control to stroke order. Experiment with traditional brushes and a modern fude pen, allowing for both classic and contemporary expression. This hands-on experience is perfect for all skill levels and offers a unique opportunity to create a personal piece of art to cherish from your travels in Japan.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces 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.

What To Expect

Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy with our Asakusa calligraphy experience in one of Tokyo’s most historic districts. In this 1–1.5 hour Tokyo cultural workshop, you’ll learn the art of brush writing from an experienced instructor, making it perfect for beginners and travelers seeking an authentic cultural activity. Start by practicing brush control, stroke order, and basic calligraphy techniques. Then, explore creative expression by writing characters of your choice using both traditional brushes and a modern fude pen (brush pen) for added precision. This combination lets you enjoy the classic elegance of calligraphy and the convenience of modern tools. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Japan or a returning traveler, this hands-on Japanese calligraphy workshop in Asakusa offers a memorable way to connect with the country’s artistic heritage. You’ll leave with your own calligraphy artwork — a unique, personal souvenir from your time in Tokyo.

What‘s Included

Souvenirs

You can use the Tokyo Tourist Lounge service for Free

Bottled water

Options

Asakusa Calligraphy Workshop Craft Your Own Art in Tokyo

Reviews

5.00

40 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Japanese Calligraphy Class
sarabZ5919PM,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic class by Mei. She taught us so much about the history and the art of Japanese calligraphy. We had lots of time to practice and even got a scroll with our final piece of artwork on. Highly recommend this class to anyone who would like a truly authentic and incredibly knowledgeable teacher on calligraphy. Thank you so much Mei. Our artwork will be going up in the house when we get home.
Amazing Japanese calligraphy class!
nishamody,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a lovely, educational class! Mei was so knowledgeable and patient. I appreciated her knowledge and expertise. She made it feel easy and fun! I also love that we got to take scrolls home with us. Thank you!
Calming experience in the Tokyo fun chaos
Michael L,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was amazing! So interesting and really calming :) best thing to do before flying home. Great souvenir of our time here.
Calligraphy experience
G3638RDsaraha,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you are at all interested in traditional crafts and art, language, or Buddhism, this calligraphy workshop is an excellent way to spend part of your day in Tokyo. Possibly because of when I went (first weekday after the new years holiday), I ended up having a private lesson since no one else booked the experience. Mei was an excellent teacher! She was very knowledgeable about the history of calligraphy as well as the spiritual and philosophical background. She was of course also very skilled at calligraphy itself. As a teacher, she was patient and did a good job explaining what to do. I have pretty terrible handwriting at baseline so I appreciated her patience. I learned a lot and by the end I was able to write a reasonably okay Kanji on a scroll to take home. For solo travelers like myself, I think this is a good activity. I was a little worried when I realized I was the only person signed up, especially since I tend to be socially anxious, but my anxiety went away fast and I had a great time! I think this would also be fun to do with a group. I did this on my last full day in Japan and it was a lovely way to end my trip. I will remember this experience for a long time.
Excursion into the spiritual world of calligraphy
U781SXalexandrac,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I didn't know what to expect. I learned historical context. I had a lot of fun practicing different stokes. (Slow down more.) Next I could select a word to practice, and finally created my first piece of calligraphy art including my name for the signature.
Wholesome informative workshop
U1717VGcf,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The workshop was very wholesome, Mei was really nice and explained a lot about the history of calligraphy. She gave a really nice introduction describing the different characters which are used. The room itself was calm and peaceful and there was lots of time to practice! In the end we walked away with our own crafted artwork which Mei finished with beautiful stamps. All in all a great experience!
An excellent and welcoming introductory calligraphy experience
851yb,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an excellent two hour private calligraphy experience. The staff were very knowledgeable, polite and friendly; it was a good value for money (it only cost 10,000 yen for two people); and the insights into Japanese culture were invaluable. We recommend signing up to anyone interested in learning more about shodo.
I recommend the experience
686maylissd,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The experience was amazing, immersive, Mei is adorable and teaches us the history of calligraphy before practice. A fun and friendly activity to do alone, as a couple or as a family for a tangible memory to bring home!
A brief introduction to Japanese calligraphy as an art form and a means of meditation
brandoni476,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mei was very enthusiastic about calligraphy and teaching about the history and practice. We enjoyed trying our hand at creating the different strokes and then applying it to writing a chosen character with personal meaning. I thought it was an enriching experience for my entire family.
100% would recommend to anyone wanting to learn about the history and tradition of Japanese calligraphy
Richard W,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mei was a fantastic instructor very patient and knowledgeable. We loved the class and Mei encouraged us to just get stuck in and have a go and helped direct us as we went so we had plenty of time to practice before doing our final piece. The environment was lovely and easy to find. We will definitely head back for a tea ceremony and other classes before we leave.