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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
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Calligraphy Workshop at Traditional Folk Craft Shop in Hiroshima
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Experience modern Geisha art with fioregeisha at Hiroshima’s historic Zentsuji Temple—2 hours fioregeisha Experience contains live performances, interactive Japanese dance, and unforgettable community connections. [1h Live Show & Interactive Dance + 1h Social Time] Step into the world of fioregeisha — a unique live performance where traditional Japanese dance meets modern artistry, featuring live singing of original Japanese songs and opera. Then join the performers for fioregeisha Interactive Japanese Dance: put on a kimono and try dance movements using traditional props. Community Time: lets you take photos and videos, enjoy tea and snacks, hear stories of Hiroshima and Zentsuji Temple, and connect with local artists in a cultural exchange. * 1‑hr Live Performance & Hands-On Japanese Dance in Kimono * 1‑hr Interactive Community Connection with Artists
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fioregeisha: Live Show & Interactive Japanese Dance in Hiroshima
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Instead of heading to a kimono rental near the tourist hotspots, wear traditional Japanese clothing in a temple away from the crowds in Miyajima. Learn the art of calligraphy, connecting with local culture as you practice writing your own name in Japanese. There are plenty of photo opps: Your guide will snap pictures of you doing the lessons, and you can take photos in a Japanese garden as well.
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Kimono and Calligraphy Experience in Miyajima
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A standard plan that includes a kimono experience and a self-photo shoot. With this plan, you can choose your favorite kimono or yukata from about 200 kimonos! It includes everything you need for dressing, such as obi and clogs. After visiting the store, you can upgrade to another plan! It is a selfie studio that uses the same authentic photography equipment as professionals and shoots with a remote control shutter. There are no photographers. Without worrying about people's eyes, Be yourself, in your timing. You can take a lot of pictures. We will give you all the photo data. (Airdrop or Google Drive) Shooting time: 15 mins 2 minutes walk to Shukkeien Garden, which is famous for its Japanese gardens. It's a 5-minute walk to Hiroshima Castle and Gokoku Shrine. There are many Japanese photography spots nearby. If you go to outside,please return until 4:45pm.store is closed at 5pm. It's close to downtown Hiroshima, and very convenient to go anywhere.
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Kimono & Self Photo shoot Experience near tourist attractions
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Create your own Kanji art and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir from Hiroshima. This is a fully private calligraphy experience, reserved just for you and your group. Enjoy the experience at your own pace. The workshop takes place in a calm Japanese-style art studio, about a 15-minute walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Using a high-quality calligraphy brush made in Hiroshima, you will learn the basics of shodō (Japanese calligraphy). Next, we will translate your name or a meaningful word into Kanji together, explaining the meanings and choosing characters that suit you. In the final stage, you will turn your calligraphy into an original item such as a T-shirt, fan, or accessory. The Japanese-style interior is perfect for photos and ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers. Duration: About 90 minutes Location: 15-minute walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park You will leave with a unique piece of Japanese calligraphy to remember your time in Hiroshima.
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Private Hiroshima Calligraphy: Create Your Own Kanji Art Souvenir
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There are a lot of temples and shrines in Japan and sell all the different kind of amulets. But never to offer how to make it. At okeikoJapan, you will learn how it is made and make the one in the world original amulet of your own. Also you will learn the basic manner in the temple. Choose amulet case and string of your liking. Amulet cases are made by old kimono that no longer worn. Write or stamp the wish to mini Shamoji(rice scoop). Shamoji is one of Miyajima's speciality item. Put everything together to make amulet. Our location is a little off from the tourist spot, so everyone will enjoy quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the temple. Temple is surrounded by full of nature.
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Original Omamori Charm Making Experience
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Enjoy a unique Japanese cultural experience near the Peace Memorial Park and Okonomimura in Hiroshima. Hosted by a popular local art shop, this workshop lets you experience both traditional calligraphy and the Japanese abacus (soroban). The workshop is available by private reservation, so you can relax and enjoy the experience with your family or friends without sharing the space with other guests. Create your own calligraphy piece and take it home as a memorable souvenir from Hiroshima.
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Hiroshima City: Abacus & Calligraphy Workshop near Peace Park
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Why This Hiroshima Koto Workshop is Unique: 1. Peace Through Music – A rare blend of traditional koto playing with Hiroshima’s message of peace, including a reflective performance. 2. Your Keepsake Video – Receive a recording of your final piece performance with instructor accompaniment—a personal musical memory. 3. Fold & Spread Peace – Take home an origami crane (Hiroshima’s symbol of hope) to share its meaning with others. 4. Deep Cultural Connection – Hands-on learning in a city where music and history intertwine meaningfully. Not just a lesson—an experience that stays with you. ✨
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Discover the Soul of Hiroshima: A Peace-Themed Koto Workshop
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Delve into the rich heritage of Joge Town on a unique one-day tour that combines craftsmanship and photography. Visit a local workshop renowned for creating exquisite wooden frames and furniture from Hiroshima-grown wood. Participants will learn the history of Joge, engage in a lecture and demonstration, and have the opportunity to print their own photos and construct original wooden frames. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local ingredients, and immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere where nature and artisanal skills converge. Discover the history of Joge, the renowned town of frame makers Participate in a hands-on lecture and demonstration using local wood Enjoy a photo printing and frame-making workshop Savor a bento-style lunch made with local Fuchu ingredients
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Hiroshima Wood Crafting and Photography Workshop
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In Hiroshima—a city known for Japanese sake, traditional calligraphy brushes, and a story of peace—this experience takes place in a historic storehouse at Kamotsuru Sake Brewery’s first brewery in Saijo, a space not normally open to the public. You will practice calligraphy using a special Kumano brush crafted from Hiroshima’s hibaku (survivor) trees, symbolizing resilience and peace. You will complete your own artwork on a shikishi board to take home. A professional calligrapher will write your chosen word or name onto the label of a premium Junmai Daiginjo sake bottle, creating a one-of-a-kind souvenir. The experience includes a guided sake tasting. Premium option: receive your own hibaku tree Kumano brush to take home. Located a short walk from Saijo Station.
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Calligraphy and Sake Experience in Saijo, Hiroshima
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Origami is a traditional Japanese art of folding paper to create beautiful shapes. In this experience, you will enjoy folding origami and making a paper crane as a wish for peace. At the end, you will offer it at the Children’s Peace Monument. Every day, cranes filled with prayers for peace arrive there from around the world. The walk to the monument takes about 20 minutes. Along the way, your guide will introduce local shops and streets so you can enjoy strolling through Hiroshima. This experience is not only about discovering the charm and history of origami. It is also a chance to reflect on peace. Including the walk to Peace Memorial Park, the total duration is about 90 minutes. Blending creativity, history, and a message of peace, this cultural experience is perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers.
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Origami Peace Experience in Hiroshima: Fold and Dedicate a Crane
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A workshop and lacquer experience with Hiroshima's foremost artist Naoya Takayama. He pursues Japanese beauty while exploring new ways to pass on tradition by applying the lacquering craftsmanship honed at Hiroshima Buddhist altars to the tableware we use every day. Let's get a chance to learn the origins and techniques of the traditional craft Hiroshima Buddhist altar by his instruction and have an experience of Lacquer painting! About the tour instructor: Naoya Takayama He learned the traditional techniques of Kyoto lacquer painting, further refined his lacquering skills, and incorporated the roiro (wax color) technique to create highly original pieces. Inheriting the skills and spirit of Kiyoshi Takayama, the founder of the company, for traditional techniques, he has received numerous awards and his works were selected as a gift at the G7 Summit. Lacquerware for everyday use uses only natural materials and expresses the refined texture of lacquering.
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Hiroshima:Private lacquer workshop experience tour(gift included)
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・Private Atelier Access – Exclusive entry to a Kumano brush workshop, rarely open to visitors ・Meet the Masters – Witness the craftsmanship of artisans whose skills have been refined for centuries ・Hands-On Brushmaking – Finish and shape your own brush with the guidance of a master craftsman ・Personalized Keepsake – Your name engraved on the brush shaft, creating a one-of-a-kind memento ・Exclusive Calligraphy Session – Practice calligraphy in the artisan’s private room, experiencing the depth and spirituality of this Japanese art form
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Kumano Brush Atelier Tour Brush Making and Calligraphy Experience
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About this experience Join a fun and creative art workshop for kids in Hiroshima. Children will paint a traditional Maneki Neko (lucky cat), make colorful slime, and enjoy free art play in a relaxed studio space. This small-group experience is perfect for families visiting Hiroshima. Kids can explore their creativity while learning a little about Japanese culture. At the end of the workshop, children can take their artworks home as special souvenirs from Japan. The studio is located near Peace Park, making it an easy stop during your visit.
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Little Artists in Hiroshima – Premium Kids Art Experience
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You can come empty-handed. You can experience wearing a kimono by renting everything. A professional kimono dresser will help you look beautiful in a kimono. You can choose your favorite kimono from a wide variety of kimonos according to the season. A hairdresser is also available so you can have your hair done. After wearing the kimono, you can also try origami, a traditional Japanese craft. You can also explore Hiroshima's downtown area while wearing your kimono. We will also introduce some recommended shops. Try on a kimono as a memory of your trip with your family or friends.
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Wearing a Kimono a Traditional Japanese Outfit
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Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with a master swordsmith in an intimate setting. This exclusive experience offers you a rare glimpse into the intricate world of Japanese sword craftsmanship, where you'll learn directly from a renowned expert. You'll not only gain insights into the history and significance of these iconic weapons but also engage in hands-on demonstrations that allow you to appreciate their balance, weight, and artistry. What sets this activity apart is the personal time you’ll spend with the swordsmith, asking questions and delving deeper into the craft. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a martial arts practitioner, or simply curious about Japanese culture, this experience promises to deepen your appreciation for the beauty and skill behind every sword. Book now to immerse yourself in a tradition that has shaped Japan’s cultural heritage for centuries!
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Time with a Japanese Master Swordsmith a Insight and Appreciation
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Experience the charm of Japanese fashion as you slip into a high-quality furisode, a unique type of luxury kimono.
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Hiroshima Kimono Rental and Photo Shoot
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Experience the Art of Sword-Making with Master Sadanao Mikami Immerse yourself in the ancient craft of sword-making with master swordsmith Sadanao Mikami. This exclusive workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn fold-forging techniques while working with tamahagane, the legendary steel prized for its quality. Under Mikami's personalized guidance, you’ll gain insights into Japan’s rich sword-making heritage, connecting with a cultural tradition that few experiences can offer. This hands-on activity allows you to forge your own piece, making it a truly immersive learning experience. With limited spots available, each participant receives tailored instruction, fostering a deeper understanding of the craft. By the end of the workshop, you’ll not only have developed new skills but also formed a unique connection to Japanese history through the artistry of sword-making. Join us for this unforgettable journey into the heart of a revered tradition!
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Fold Forging with the Master Swordsmith in Hiroshima
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