Calligraphy Workshop at Traditional Folk Craft Shop in Hiroshima
Overview
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45 minutes
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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 fan or shikishi 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 artwork 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
What To Expect
Calligraphy Experience in Hiroshima Create Your Own Japanese Calligraphy Artwork 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 artwork with a word of your choice on either: ・a traditional Japanese hand fan (uchiwa) ・a calligraphy board (shikishi) → Take home your original handmade artwork 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.
Options
Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Hiroshima
What‘s Included
Original calligraphy fan souvenir
Venue usage fee
All calligraphy tools (brush, ink, paper, etc.)
Private transportation
Parking fees
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A short, intense immersion in Japanese culture.
365bettinaa,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The very friendly calligrapher showed us the most fundamental techniques in a short time and guided us well. We returned home very proud with our first beautiful characters.
Calligraphy experience
fra660,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic experience learning from the very talented Ryosei. Thank you for teaching us your art.
Nice experience, with friendly guy
588arieh,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly instructor. Tries very much to speak English, while still learning. All is clear and understandible. Great guy
Fun experience, definitely recommended
936timv,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fun experience and we got to ask all our questions to the friendly and communicative guide. We left with a lot of knowledge and our own kanji to bring home.
Ryosei was an excellent teacher and managed to guide me in putting brush to paper in something that resembled Japanese.
David G,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ryosei was an excellent teacher and managed to guide me in putting brush to paper in something that resembled Japanese.
Amazing experience
robyn123456,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience with Ryosei. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Really proud of what I made!
So much fun!
Tomcbr5,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience with Ryosei! Fantastic to experience learning calligraphy for a master from a family of calligraphers! The course is the perfect taster length and you come away with a beautiful souvenir too!
Caligraphy Class
942penelopea,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a calm and interesting class, the teacher was very kind and insightful about stroke techniques and japanese calligraphy in general. We got to watch him perform and then try practicing strokes before we made our own project!
Experience to discover
romainrF4337UX,Apr 16, 2026
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5.00Great learning. The teacher takes the time to explain the kanji. The way we draw them and their meanings. Very good exchanges and good experience. Thanks for that. That was great.
Amazing expierince
Q2807OQvincentv,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun and very friendly people
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