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Tours/Tokyo/Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking

Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking

5.0(2)Tokyo5 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
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Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking
Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking

At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Price from
$90 / person
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
JA, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Hanabusa_calligraphy
Meeting point
Tobu Tojo-line, Oyama Station (TJ4) South Exit.It is about 5 minutes from Ikebukuro station by train.

Description

Let’s master Japanese calligraphy basic skill and make the work for display at your home. After the experience, we will guide local shopping street that is not listed in tour guide book. It is 1.2 km long with over 100 shops and restaurants. Shopping street name is "Happy road Oyama" and "Yuza Oyama". After lunch we will get on the train and bus and go to Akatsuka area that Tokyo great Buddha, Botanical garden, Art museum etc. are located. It is not tourist area. It is quiet and calm. Unique works are on display at art museum.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
10:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 10–70)
$90

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.

Tour Options

Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking

What's included

Included
Japanese paper for the work, 10-20 sheets/person
Japanese calligraphy tools (lending only)
Guide for Oyama shopping street, Tokyo Great Buddha, Art museum, Local Museum.
Japanese calligraphy experience and Basic technical guidance
Not included
Travel insurance
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
Entrance ticket fee for art museum. It is about 650 JPY (5USD).

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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How it compares in Tokyo

  • Starting price $90 is 44% below the typical $161 for tours of similar length in Tokyo

Excurgo comparison of 4,176 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for person who has difficulty to sit in a chair.
  • Not recommended for person who cannot walk 2-3 km.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Private Calligraphy class and Tokyo Great Buddha area walking lasts about 5 hours.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $90 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Tobu Tojo-line, Oyama Station (TJ4) South Exit. It is about 5 minutes from Ikebukuro station by train. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in JA, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Hanabusa_calligraphy.

Reviews(2)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

D
David_H
December 12, 2024 · via Viator
Rural Japan in Tokyo

When my girlfriend and I booked this very activity, we were not sure what to expect. By the description the package sounded great. In the end it was much better than what we thought we would get. We were greeted by a very lovely Japanese couple in their classroom. Mr. Sato and Mrs. Yuki provided every possible insight into Japanese calligraphy and the way it should be done to master the art of Shōdo. We felt at peace and my dear girlfriend decided to buy some calligraphy supplies in Japan and continue to improve herself in this very discipline. After all this educational morning we traveled by the train to the north part of Tokyo. Tokyo is well known for the shiny lights, cute souvenirs and lovely cafés and yet, when you travel to the northern suburbs of Tokyo, you move back in time. We fell in love with discreet shrines, temple in the mountains and a little bamboo forest in the botanical garden. Both my girlfriend and I agreed that this very activity was the best thing that we were able to do in Japan. Mr. Sato and Mrs. Yuki are people in the right place. ほんとにありがとうございました。

Operator response

We are very happy to hear you enjoyed our program so much. Please come to Japan again. 私たちのプログラムを楽しんでいただき、ありがとうございます。また、日本に遊びに来てください。

R
RVR975
August 30, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Calligraphy experience with fun

I joined this experience as early stage monitor. It was very fun activity and instructor was very helpful and kind. To make calligraphy products is memorable experience. Oyama shopping street has local vibe. It is different from tourist area and city center area vibe. It was another Japanese feeling. Many restaurants and shops are located.

$90/ person
5.0(2)
Duration5 hours
LanguagesJA, EN
ConfirmationInstant
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