15 Best Calligraphy Classes in Kyoto

“This was such a memorable, positive experience! The teachers provided clear, systematic instruction to help our group create our own piece that we then got to take home as a souvenir. My partner and I enjoyed the process of Japanese calligraphy so much that we…”

“Amazing experience. Must visit and try when in Kyoto.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed my calligraphy lesson. Takako was a fantastic tutor (very patient and encouraging). She taught me the basic strokes and then moved on to writing characters. Really enjoyable!”

“Very enjoyable class. The instructor was very passionate, and instructed us well in the art of calligraphy. She was very kind and skilled and we had a great experience.”

“Kind and patient but excellent teachers. Short class But fun. We came away with our own handmade Kanji symbol”

“Amazing experience....🙂 was great to learn about the written japanese culture and Ray was wonderful , thanks guys 👍”

“We had a great time. The teacher is very experienced, patient and helpful. We got to keep and take many examples home. They were kind and spoke English very well which was helpful. Recommend this tour!”

“Highly recommend this book immersive experience. We booked it for family of 4 and everyone came out so happy with this authentic experience. The hosts are very kind and knowledgeable. In beautiful hand picked Kimonos, we enjoyed the Tea ceremony and calligraphy and a fun…”

“It was our last day in Japan at it was only two blocks away from where we were staying near the train station very nice and welcoming. Learned about different kinds of calligraphy used in Japan. To find it you need to look for the…”

“It is truly very worthwhile, and the old house is also very beautiful.”

“Came with my family (total of 5) and it was only us so it felt like a private experience. Highly recommend!”

“What a wonderful experience! We came with our two daughters, 11 and 7 year olds, and they enjoyed it so much! Both of their work looked wonderful at the end, thanks to the careful attention to detail of the teachers! Highly recommend!”

“My husband and I had a great time learning both calligraphy and also how to make digital Japanese painted postcards called etegami. The first half of the class are teachers helped us improve our brush stroke work and explained the Zen approach that calligraphy takes.…”

“Great experience in an amazing part of Kyoto. The teachers were great. They provided a brief but informative history of Japanese calligraphy and were patient and instructive. Nice way to spend a brief part of your visit to Kyoto.”

“Absolutely incredible experience! It's a very quiet, cozy and charming place in the heart of Kyoto and the team is very friendly, reassuring and knowledgeable. My partner and I got to connect with Japanese culture while learning a little bit of the art of calligraphy…”