Private Tour

Try Mindful Calligraphy Near Kanazawa's Ninja Temple

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Try Calligraphy at a Beloved Local School in Kanazawa ( Near Ninja Temple )

Just ink, washi, and your hands. But the moment the brush touches the paper— you’ll feel it. A new side of Japan opens up.

Our 100-year-old townhouse offers an authentic calligraphy experience.

From basic brush strokes to your own final piece,

a local calligraphy master will guide you step by step with care.

Please note:

On Thursdays and Saturdays after 3:00 PM,

our local calligraphy class is in session, so you may occasionally see Japanese children nearby.

This experience uses materials that contain animal-derived components.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This experience may not be suitable for guests with visual impairments.

What To Expect

＝＝ Program Flow – Approx. 60 min ＝＝ 1. Learn Tools & Basic Strokes　15 min We’ll introduce the traditional calligraphy tools. After learning how to hold the brush, you’ll practice basic strokes like straight lines and curves. 2. Pick a Word & Practice　15 min Choose a character or word you like. The master will show you how to write it and gently guide you through practice. 3. Let’s Make Your Final Calligraphy!　20 min　 Now it’s time to create your one and only masterpiece. Take a deep breath, relax, and write with a Zen spirit. 4. Done!　10 min Stamp your work with your seal to complete it. Take photos and bring home a special memory of Japan.

What‘s Included

You can choose either a hanging scroll or a fan.

Learn brush techniques and practice with guide sheets.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Options

basic

Duration: 1 hour

Premium

Premium Calligraphy Experience: • Private instruction by a master • Deeper cultural & spiritual insight • Final artwork with feedback & certificate Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Reviews

5.00

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kind and patient and teacher with great expertise
Pamela L,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kind, helpful and patient teacher. I was the only person, so i ended up with a private lesson. Very organized and end with a nice Calligraphy scroll or fan
Kind and patient teacher and leave with your own finished souvenir
HillsofCV,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful kind and patient teacher. Lots of instruction and finish with your own scroll or fan. Highly recommend as they create such a warm and welcoming experience
Wonderful experience learning calligraphy in Kanazawa!
melissamF955RW,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time learning calligraphy with Yoshie in Kanazawa today! She was very patient with us and did a great job guiding us to learn the basic brush strokes. We got to pick out a word to create in kanji and Yoshie helped us practice and trace the word until we were confident enough to do it on the scrolls! Really fun and educational. The center is easy to find and very welcoming to our English speaking selves :)
Amazing class!
ffP1893BQ,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing experience with Yuko today! Great value for a private class, too. We also got to wear a kimono during the class. The experience is one hour long and it was the perfect length to practice the various techniques and then complete our final piece. Thank you Yuko!
Unique activity to do in Kanazawa
Mairead C,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
When we articed, it was just us in the group. We hadn't asked for a private session so that was lovely. The instructors were very patient and we'd plenty of practise before creating our final drawings. The Kanazawa Loop Bus bus was nearby. The pieces we're bringing home are very special souvenirs from our trip.
Peaceful, fun, and beautiful!
Abby K,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent class. Engaging and fun with a beautiful keepsake. My daughter and son, ages 12 and 15, both loved it as well.
Great Time
O5837YYdaniels,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun experience with a lot of great individual instruction time. Very cool souvenir to return home with.
Fun Calligraphy Experience!
Deb W,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
What fun! We had the opportunity to learn calligraphy from two lovely Japanese women. They were patient and kind as we created keepsakes from our time in Kanazawa! We highly recommend!
Beautiful and mindful experience
prachid512,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We extremely enjoyed our calligraphy session. You both were very helpful throughout the lessons due to which we were able to grasp and create such a beautiful masterpiece. We enjoyed having conversations with you about Anime and Japanese cartoon. We loved the origami pieces made by your student. We look forward to coming again soon with more of our friends for another calligraphy class.
Calligraphy workshop: between concentration, rest and learning
C9682HOcharlottel,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thank you very much for this calligraphy experience! We liked the course that allowed us to do our calligraphy on roller (or fan, of your choice), the course is well thought out, it allowed us to train in a pedagogical way before embarking on our final realization! The teacher is very kind, comfortable and attentive, the place is relaxing! We recommend this experience!