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Viator · group up to 10 pax

Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Osaka

5.0(29)Osaka1 hour
VIATOR5.0(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(24)

Description

Enjoy the calligraphy experience of traditional Japanese culture. With 27 years of experience as a calligraphy instructor, I will provide you with easy-to-understand and detailed instruction. We will talk about Japanese letters, explain how to use calligraphy tools, and teach you the basics of how to use a brush. Then, students choose one of the 16 kanji that are popular overseas, practice it, and write it on a Japanese board. Sign your name, place it in a special art frame, and your original work of art is complete. You can take it home, so please display it at home. At the end, enjoy green tea and Japanese sweets, and take a commemorative photo. It will be a wonderful memory for you. The event will be held on the first floor of a hotel in Shinsaibashi, the center of Osaka. It's very convenient, just 1 minute walk from the subway station.

Tour Options

Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Osaka

Highlights

Green tea, Japanese sweets
Brush, ink, inkstone, paper, Japanese art frame, apron

What's included

Included
Green tea, Japanese sweets
Brush, ink, inkstone, paper, Japanese art frame, apron

Traveller Ratings

5.0
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(29)

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William B
May 12, 2026
First time Calligraphy - Great experience!

I really enjoyed the experience of learning about Calligraphy as well as trying it out myself. Ryusho Tanabe was very good at helping me improve my skills with each stroke of the brush as well as keeping the atmosphere light and enjoyable.

Operator response

Thank you for coming. And thank you for your lovely comment. I'm so happy. You were very skilled with your brush. Please do display your artwork in your home.

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CaseyRee
May 6, 2026
Wonderful Calligraphy Class!

This Japanese Calligraphy class was wonderful. The teacher was inspiring, patient, funny, and talented. It is a beautiful and complex art. I highly recommend this class.

Operator response

Thank you for coming. And thank you for your wonderful comment. Your words encourage me to continue sharing Japanese calligraphy culture with people around the world.

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Joanna_E
April 19, 2026
Ryusho is an amazing...

Ryusho is an amazing artist and teacher. He took his time explaining Japanese calligraphy and worked with us as a group and then individually to produce a wonderful keepsake to take home. This was a truly wonderful experience. You won’t be disappointed!

Operator response

Thank you for coming. And thank you for your wonderful comment. Your words encourage me to continue spreading the beauty of calligraphy to the world. You were very enthusiastic and talented, so you created a wonderful piece of work. Please display it in your home. Thank you.

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859izabellan
April 17, 2026
Unique and beautiful experience!

Ryusho is so talented and such an amazing teacher! I booked this class for my husband and I to do while in Osaka because when I was in elementary school, my school brought in a Japanese calligraphy artist to teach in my art class :) My husband said this was his favorite activity of all that we did while on our 2.5 week honeymoon across Japan!! Thank you Ryusho for creating this lifelong memory for us, your patience and for helping us perfect our art!!

Operator response

Thank you for coming. You are a truly wonderful couple. I am so happy that this was the most enjoyable experience of your honeymoon and that it will become a lifelong memory for you. I will continue to spread the message of calligraphy so that as many people as possible around the world can find happiness. Wishing you much happiness.

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lucilac186
April 17, 2026
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Ryu welcomed me very warmly. With great patience, he explained to all of us the details of his art, his technique, and the origins of the calligraphy he practices. It was a truly enriching and thoughtfully curated experience. I highly recommend the class and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from an artist as talented as he is.

Operator response

Thank you for coming. And thank you for your kind comments. You were very enthusiastic and your brushwork was excellent. I'm glad you're interested in calligraphy. Please do display your work in your room. Thank you.

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Freedom32660235370
March 31, 2026
Superb experience!

Really a beautiful experience!! The teacher was very attentive, good advice and is very gifted. I’m really not the best at calligraphy and drawing, and yet I managed to make a beautiful kanji! I highly recommend! 🙏

Operator response

Thank you for coming. I'm so glad you're interested in Japanese calligraphy. And you've created a wonderful piece of work. You have great taste. I'll cherish your kind words and continue to share the beauty of calligraphy. Thank you.

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mollywB8198UP
March 4, 2026
10/10 experience

So much fun to learn the art of calligraphy! It felt very personal and you even get the bonus of taking home your work! Ryusho is an amazing artist and a very kind human! Go learn something new!!!

Operator response

Thank you for coming. I'm happy to receive your wonderful comments. Your words will encourage me to continue to spread the wonder of traditional Japanese calligraphy to people all over the world. It was a pleasure meeting you.

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Daydream52723665262
March 1, 2026
Great experience - difficult art form

Our instructor was so pleasant and patient. It is a difficult art form but he made it fun and was genuinely excited for our work. Great family fun that was different than the normal experiences around here.

Operator response

Thank you for coming. And thank you for your wonderful review. It was nice to meet such a warm family. Everyone was enthusiastic and skilled with their brushwork. Please hang your wonderful works in your room.

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mpham81
January 19, 2026
Loved every minute!!

Ryusho was FANTASTIC!! His work is amazing and a great teacher!! Very patient and helpful! It was such a fun afternoon and I loved doing something so traditional in Japan. Even better when you are being taught by a professional and passionate man like Ryusho. I couldn’t have asked for a better way to learn the beautiful art of calligraphy! Definitely recommend doing this!

Operator response

Thank you for visiting. I'm also happy to receive your wonderful review comments. They encourage me. I hope to continue to spread the joy of Japanese calligraphy culture to people overseas. It was a pleasure meeting you!

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Myriam J
December 29, 2025
An amazing experience trying calligraphy in Ōsaka !

I had a wonderful time trying calligraphy with a very passionate and knowledgable teacher ! I could practice many times the kanji on Japanese paper before making my final work. The teacher was really helpful and his English is really good ! I would totally recommend this workshop !

Operator response

Thank you for coming and for your wonderful comments. You are left-handed, but you managed to get the hang of it and drew a beautiful piece. You have a great sense of style, so if you have the opportunity, please continue with calligraphy. Thank you.

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