Tokyo: Kanji Calligraphy Lesson with Drink

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Tokyo: Kanji Calligraphy Lesson with Drink
Top rated
4.9545455 out of 5 stars
5
4.9545455 out of 5 stars
44 reviews

Calligraphy session with a Japanese teacher, going over the history and basic strokes before continuing on to practice entire Kanjis and idioms. With complementary drinks and stamp souvenirs.

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Duration 1 hour
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Instructor
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Sinan – Turkey

She is so kind and patient, class was so perfectly designed and there were many options of souvenirs you can take after class. Overall its the best caligraphy class in Tokyo. 🙏🏼

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Ester – Czech Republic

We took a calligraphy class yesterday and it's a bit pricey but you get an almost private lesson. She taught us real techniques and we were able to make lots of souvenirs. Thank you!

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Highlights

  • Enjoy calligraphy art in Roppongi, Tokyo!
  • You can transcribe and write your own name into Kanji.
  • We’d like everyone to enjoy Japanese calligraphy with matcha latte.
  • Comes with a souvenir Hanko stamp with your name (in hiragana)
  • Souvenirs (Write your favorite kanji on a paper fan or hanging scroll.)

Full description

Welcome to Shodo Cafe 7557 in Roppongi, Tokyo! We hope you enjoy calligraphy while drinking your matcha latte. This is an important traditional culture in Japan. It's like a kind of meditation, and we hope you will find it relaxing. Let's make art together! We will help you translate your name in Kanji characters. Comes with a souvenir Hanko stamp with your name (in hiragana),kanji keychain, kanji coaster, hiragana keychain, kanji pouch.
– Practicing basic strokes
– Writing your favorite kanji character
– The instruction video (history, tools, mindset, etc)
– Souvenirs (Write your favorite kanji on a paper fan or hanging scroll), Hanko stamp with your name (in hiragana))kanji keychain, kanji coaster, hiragana keychain, kanji pouch.
– One free drink

Includes

  • Calligraphy lesson
  • Calligraphy tools
  • Matcha latte, green tea, coffee, soda, or beer
  • Calligraphy board and folding fan, or hanging scroll
  • Japanese Hiragana Hanko stamp of your name
  • Kanji tote bags
  • Kanji keychain
  • Kanji coaster
  • Kanji pouch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Additional drinks and food

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years
  • People over 95 years

Meeting point

Shodo Cafe 7557. Directions from Roppongi Station: (Toei Oedo Line, Exit 7) → Cross the crosswalk towards Family Mart and turn right to the National Art Center. Enter Bijutsukan Dori. There will be a large crane sign on your left. It is on the 2nd floor of the Crest Roppongi Building. https://maps.app.goo.gl/vBtT5sdoqjxASjrq9

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Intoxication
  • Fishing
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Firework
  • Explosive substances
  • Making fire
  • Nudity

Know before you go

  • Please advise the names of all students in English when booking

Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 44 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.9/5

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Sinan – TurkeyMay 28, 2025 – Verified booking
She is so kind and patient, class was so perfectly designed and there were many options of souvenirs you can take after class. Overall its the best caligraphy class in Tokyo. 🙏🏼
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Ester – Czech RepublicMay 26, 2025 – Verified booking
We took a calligraphy class yesterday and it's a bit pricey but you get an almost private lesson. She taught us real techniques and we were able to make lots of souvenirs. Thank you!

Response from provider

May 26, 2025

We sincerely appreciate your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the calligraphy class and were able to learn the techniques. We’re honored that you also enjoyed the Kanji-related souvenirs and hope they will serve as a lovely reminder of Japanese culture. Our team sincerely looks forward to welcoming you again in the future, and we can’t wait to see you again!

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Katarina – IrelandMay 19, 2025 – Verified booking
I visited the place with my family. My daughter is 12. We absolutely loved it! It is not only interesting, but also challenging. It us very enjoyable amd ar the end we enjoyed all the final products.

Response from provider

May 26, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time. Calligraphy is both interesting and challenging, and we’re so happy to know that you enjoyed it. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the final products as well. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

Product ID: 745973

Activity provider:Shodocafe7557 – 書道カフェ

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