Authentic Japanese Culture Experience near Shibuya, Tokyo

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Tokyo, Japan

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

If you’re a fan of Kanji, or Japanese calligraphy, and you want to know how to practice this traditional art form, then this hands-on private lesson shows you how. Instead of watching online videos, learn to master traditional techniques in a modern atelier alongside your instructor: from what tools you need, how to hold the brush, and how to transform your favorite work into a masterpiece on traditional paper or a fan.

Get one-to-one guidance with a private calligraphy lesson
Beginner-friendly guidance with all tools provided
Receive photos of your experience after the workshop
Take your calligraphy creations home with you

What's Included

Experience fee ・Tools for calligraphy ・consumable supplies ・Special Japanese Paper・Consumption tax

Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Komazawa-Daigaku Station
3 Chome-18 Kamiuma, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0011, Japan
ticket gate at Komazawa Daigaku sta. in front of the coffee shop named "Sarutahiko 猿田彦" right outside of the ticket gate. A female-led atelier ensures a safe, friendly experience for everyone, including solo travelers.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

5.0

based on 15 reviews

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Thank you Maki-san for...

Thibaut_H, Jul 2025

Thank you Maki-san for this amazing experience. Its with kindness and a lot of fun that we discovered japanese calligraphy!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for coming! I am incredibly happy to share this moment with you and your friends as your dream becomes a reality!! I hope this Japanese calligraphy experience will become a good memory of Japan Arigato Matane!

Fantastic experience!

Andrea_L, Jul 2025

Maki is an extraordinary teacher. She speaks very English very well and explains all the technics very carefully. She does not mind to repite many times the same explanation and makes the clase very participative. The experience is very personal because it is in the livings room of her hause and is open to explain the japanish culture. I can only recommend it!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful compliments. I am also very pleased that you enjoyed Japan's traditional culture, calligraphy. You are always very welcome, and look forward to seeing you again!!

Do’nt miss this class

Elhanan_S, Jun 2025

Maki is a very nice person, very professional and an excellent teacher. We enjoyed the class very much and understood the great idea snd work of calligraphy. Highly recommended

Response from Host, Jun 2025

thank you so much for choosing my lesson! I really enjoyed doing Japanese calligraphy and talking !! Hope to see you again

A wonderful afternoon of Japanese calligraphy.

Bob_M, Nov 2023

I had a wonderful time with Maki this afternoon. I leaned an awful lot about Japanese language and Japanese calligraphy. Maki was so helpful and so friendly. This was one of the highlights of my trip to Tokyo. I highly recommend it.

Best shodo in Tokyo!

Cheli_S, Aug 2023

This was the best experience ever! Maki is one of the nicest teachers I have ever met and she is also super professional! I’ve learned a lot from her!

Excellent, Well-Done Class!

Pam_K, May 2023

We loved this class! Maki had everything laid out for us, drinks for us to try, and explained everything step-by-step. She is a very personable and gracious instructor, and I wish I lived closer because I definitely would take more classes with her. In the meantime, I’ll follow her on IG. Arigato, Maki!

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AMEYA_B, Apr 2023

Maki is an effortless, careful and systematic teacher. She makes Shodo look less daunting, and I could get engaged in the process in a way that it felt like I'm painting, with some key rules! Will take her session again and visit soon. Highly recommend!

Great experience and lovely host, Maki

Irantzu_S, Dec 2021

It was a surprise birthday gift for my partner, currently working and living in Tokio, and Maki was lovely and helpful. She prepared something special for the birthday and he enjoyed and learnt so much. I would highly recommend the experience and hope to be able to travel to Japan and enjoy it myself. Thank you for everything!

Let's Shodo Was Excellent!

Helen_L, Nov 2019

Maki Sensei was terrific! 100% Recommend - bring friends or go alone. You will learn how to create beautiful calligraphy and bring home your very own piece of calligraphy to display at home.

Excellente façon de découvrir la calligraphie !

Mikaela_F, Aug 2023

Cet atelier est une très belle façon de découvrir la calligraphie! Maki nous a guidés pas à pas, avec clarté et bienveillance. Cette expérience vécue en famille fera partie de nos meilleurs moments durant notre voyage au Japon! Merci à Maki pour son accueil chaleureux, son professionnalisme et sa gentillesse!