Private Tour
Calligraphy Fan Workshop at a 50-Year-Old Craft Shop in Hiroshima
Overview
Available languages
45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Calligraphy is not only an art form and a symbol of Japanese culture, but also a form of meditation.
Guided by a professional calligraphy instructor, you’ll use handmade brushes from Kumano, Hiroshima — Japan’s top brush-making town — and enjoy a calm, creative moment to express yourself.
Write your own calligraphy on a paper fan and take home a unique souvenir.
The workshop is held at “Takumi,” a 50-year-old folk craft shop.
One wall is beautifully decorated with ukiyo-e prints, creating an artistic atmosphere.
“Takumi” is also known as Hiroshima’s leading craft shop, offering traditional items from across Japan.
Location:
• 5 min walk from the Atomic Bomb Dome
• 3 min walk from Hiroden Hondori Station
• 5th floor of Sanmall Mall (UNIQLO on 2nd floor)
✨ Highlights
✔ Calligraphy at a 50-year-old craft shop “Takumi”
✔ Ukiyo-e inspired space
✔ Step-by-step guidance for beginners
✔ All materials provided — just bring yourself
✔ Create your own calligraphy fan and take photos
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Original calligraphy fan souvenir
Venue usage fee
All calligraphy tools (brush, ink, paper, etc.)
Private transportation
Parking fees
What To Expect
✍️ Calligraphy Experience in Hiroshima Create Your Own Japanese Hand Fan (Uchiwa) Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy in Hiroshima, the City of Peace. In this calming and creative experience, you’ll learn to write beautiful characters using traditional tools like brush, ink, and paper. ■ Introduction to calligraphy tools ■ Practice basic strokes (dots, lines, sweeps) ■ Try writing hiragana and kanji ■ Create a final work on a Japanese fan (uchiwa) with a word of your choice → Take home your original handmade fan as a unique souvenir. Led by an award-winning calligrapher offering gentle, hands-on guidance. Perfect for: ✔ First-timers ✔ Fans of Japanese culture ✔ Anyone who wants to express themselves through writing No preparation needed — just bring yourself! All tools are provided. Let your heart guide the brush as you create your own meaningful piece. Optional photo service We’re happy to take photos during the session and send them to you digitally afterward — free of charge.
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Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Hiroshima
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An authentic Japanese experience
R8548UTmaryr,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This morning I attended a Japanese calligraphy course with my husband. I thoroughly enjoyed the course, Ryosei and his team were very attentive and encouraging- maybe this has inspired me to practice more calligraphy. Thank you.
A delightful experience
TerryR264,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A delightful experience learning to paint kanji characters. Ryosei is a very patient teacher with help his lovely friends. We had plenty of practice before painting our chosen word on a fan. A real insight into Japanese culture and language.
Fun and easy to understand Japanese calligraphy experience
happypiplup,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An easy to understand, super fun and unique experience! Ryosei sensei was very kind and helped us understand how to write Japanese characters and the meaning behind them. Totally recommend this experience! I’d never tried Japanese calligraphy before but it was great and easy to understand! Thank you!
Calligraphy experience fun
賢治藤,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a calligraphy experience in Hiroshima, so I participated! They taught me how to write vertically, horizontally, harai, springs, etc. in an easy to understand way, and I was able to write a large number of characters in a short time! The atmosphere of the trial class was good and I was able to spend time happily! At the end, I had time to choose my favorite characters from several models and write them down, but since I was told that my child was born, I was able to write my child's name on the spot and use that as a model to write something like a name on colored paper! I was very happy to see your suggestion, even though it was so sudden!
I'm glad I was able to take my work home!
yusuke2025,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such a wonderful experience! The teacher was polite, He explained the origin of Hiragana in turn, and I really enjoyed it. Even I, a beginner, was able to get the hang of it quickly because they could move the brush together behind me. The finished product can be written on colored paper and taken home, so I'll hang it at home! It's the most beautiful letter I've ever written and I'm very happy with it! I am also happy that the colored paper has the stamp of a calligrapher teacher.
It was fun ✌️
汐菜藤,
Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was not so sure and anxious, but I had a lot of fun! I thought it would be nice to not only end with the experience, but also to be able to take the artwork home as a souvenir of the trip 😌
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