Learning Zen of Japanese Calligraphy in kimono near Osaka Castle
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
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What makes this class special;
➤ Our experienced shodo teacher will teach you step by step, so don't worry if you've never tried it before! (don't panic!...a part of shodo ritual is practicing one's patience too )
➤ You'll be accompanied by a English-Japanese or Chinese-Japanese translator, so you can fully understand the class and ask questions if there is any.
➤ Participate with your child to share the experience and create memories together
➤ Surprise
The teacher will write the foreign names of the participants on wooden tags using the kanji characters they have chosen.
➤ Photo Shoot
Capture your beautiful kimono outfit and artwork in a photo. You will be photographed dressed as a beautiful Yamato Nadeshiko or a brave samurai.
➤ Souvenir from the teacher
A calligraphy master will carefully write the kanji character that you attempted today on the surface of the bag, and you will receive a Samurai Honor original bag as a gift.
Please take your work home with you in this bag.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Taste matcha, a traditional Japanese popular beverage. Quench your thirst with iced green matcha tea during the summer months.
All Fees and Taxes
Shodo Tools
Patience
English Interpreter Assistant
Lessons from introductory to professional
Pick-up and drop-off service at hotels and designated locations
Movie Shooting *Paid option
Wagami（Collected hair + Kanzashi） *Paid option
What To Expect
Activity, 0 ➤ Preparation Before picking up a brush, you will change into traditional Japanese clothing such as a kimono. Activity, 1 ➤ Mindset and tools You will gain a deeper understanding of the differences between calligraphy as a form of decorative writing that exists overseas and Japanese Shodo. Activity, 2 ➤ Learn and practice how to hold the brush and use the tools ➤Kanji Choose your favorite Japanese kanji to challenge yourself. Kanji, which has been selected as "the most difficult language to learn," has various meanings for each character. Activity 3 ➤Learn and practice techniques Brush movement—brush technique The most basic brush movements: "tome," "hane," and "harai" Activity 4 ➤ Kanji practice You will learn the stroke order of the kanji you selected earlier. Activity 5 ➤ Surprise The teacher will write the foreign names of the participants on wooden tags using the kanji characters they have chosen. Activity 6 ➤ Final Draft Write a final draft while keeping in mind what you have learned so far. Activity 7 Photo Shoot Capture your beautiful kimono outfit and artwork in a photo. ➤ Souvenir from the teacher
Options
Zen in Calligraphy kakejiku
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes: A kakejiku is a traditional Japanese decorative item in which calligraphy or paintings are mounted on paper or cloth, attache
Interpreter needed for Spanish: Required➤
As this applies to specific staff, those interested should inquire about the schedule before making a reservation.
Souvenir for your parents.: How about a room in your home or a uniquely Japanese".
If the customer wishes, calligraphy master can write on the kakejiku
Calligraphy&Tea ceremony
+Tea ceremony: Zen is alive and well in traditional Japanese culture, and one can expect many changes by studying tea ceremony & calligraphy
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Tea ceremony (time required) 30-40 minutes
Calligraphy (time required) 30-40 minutes
Time remaining Photography
Matcha and Wagashi: Green tea and Traditional Japanese sweets
Interpreter needed for Spanish: Required➤
As this applies to specific staff, those interested should inquire about the schedule before making a reservation.
Welcome to the Wagami bijin
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Shodo 60 min
Dressing and hair setting time: 30 min.
Interpreter needed for Spanish: Required➤
As this applies to specific staff, those interested should inquire about the schedule before making a reservation.
Be like a Yamato Nadeshiko.: Collected hair + Kanzashi
Kanzashi are hair ornaments used in traditional Japanese hairstyles.
Kimono experience Calligraphy
Duration: 1 hour
Interpreter needed for Spanish: Required➤
As this applies to specific staff, those interested should inquire about the schedule before making a reservation.
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
was not picked up, could not attend
Engin O,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
1.00Was not picked up at the said place, no one received messages via WhatsApp and did not get my money back. Stupid already
SCAM: doesnt exist
Bhoomi B,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
1.00DO NOT BOOK THIS!!! SCAM...we got stranded outside a shuttered abandoned area by train tracks with another family we didnt know that showed up fof same experience. calling viator for refund
Disappointed. Place doesn’t exist
isamonsalve55,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
1.00Place was not found. Even following directions and help from neighbors. The address given took us to a residence building and neighbors has no idea about samurai honor or activity. I try to contact the activity host but no answer was given.
Wonderful experience. We loved it!
Laura P,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had s wonderful time! We dressed in kimono and were on tatami mats. She was a wonderful teacher that taught us not only calligraphy strokes but also about our names and to write our names as well! She was very patient with us as we practiced the Kanji. She was kind and compassionate as we talked with each other. We made fans in the end and they turned out great for first time ever doing calligraphy. Would 100% do it again! I'd recommend going for anything they teach at Honor Samurai! We may try and fit in another class soon!
Calligraphy
Linda M,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an excellent class! I loved getting dressed in a kimono and learning how to write my name in Japanese calligraphy. The leaders were friendly, patient, and engaging. I would definitely recommend taking this class for a very unique experience!
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