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great family activity with 3 generations
great family activity, fun for all of us, 80, 47 and 11 year old - plus we get to go home with a wonderful souvenir
Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $57 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 65 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Wa-PEN : try Calligraphy and Make the best Souvenir
- Meeting point
- Japan, 111-0035 Tokyo, Taito City, Nishiasakusa, 3-27-２ 3F↑When searching maps, please copy thisIt's a red brick building, and it's on the third floor.There's a sign on the first floor.There's a restaurant on the first floor. Go up the stairs to the right of the restaurant.
Description
Authentic Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Asakusa! Discover the beauty of Japanese calligraphy, and Create your own unique opus. ?What will you Do? 1.Learn the History – Watch a short video about the history of Japanese language and calligraphy. （We prepare for English, Spanish, French, German, Italy） 2.Master the Brush – Practice essential brush techniques and the basic 8strokes. 3.Write Your Own Word – Choose your name in Japanese or a favorite kanji and bring it to life! 4.Make your original design T-shirts – A perfect souvenir to remember your Japan trip! 5.Writing letter – You'll write a letter to yourself or someone close to you, while the T-shirt is finished. Everything become a special souvenir.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $57
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:54 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Pen, Thin-paper, Ink, Inkstone, Paper-stopper, Under pad
T-shirt
expert teaching, Historical contents,
Not included
If you request additional T-shirts or designs at the store, there will be an additional charge.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
65 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Rated higher than 70% of 1,003 reviewed tours in Tokyo
- Starting price $57 is 27% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,170 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity take?
Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity cost?
Prices start at $57 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 Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 6:30 PM.
Can I cancel Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity 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 Japan, 111-0035 Tokyo, Taito City, Nishiasakusa, 3-27-２ 3F. ↑When searching maps, please copy this. It's a red brick building, and it's on the third floor. There's a sign on the first floor. There's a restaurant on the first floor. Go up the stairs to the right of the restaurant. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity 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 11 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tokyo Asakusa：Calligraphy & Make T-shirt Activity worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Wa-PEN : try Calligraphy and Make the best Souvenir.
Reviews(65)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Location is really easy...
Location is really easy to find. Just follow the directions provided. Staff is amazing/friendly. We arrived about 30min early and they were more than happy to accommodate us (ie didnt make us wait) which was great because we could fit more things into our day. Staff was also really patient. Really have no complaints. Everything was as advertised and expected.
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So much fun!
The entire experience was amazing. We learned how to write, were able to practice with lots of coaching, and then made our own t-shirts and scrolls. An experience not to be missed!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
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Really fun activity !...
Really fun activity ! Mana was an excellent teacher that was really kind and joyful, she was also really knowledgeable and a calligraphy expert!
Operator response
Thank you for coming us. I'm so happy to hear that. Have a nice trip!
K
Great experience
My 10 year and I had a lovely afternoon practicing the letters and learning about calligraphy. Mana was very friendly and welcoming
Operator response
Thank you so much! I'm so happy to hear that! I hope to see you again.
K
Loved learning calligraphy
Great father-son experience! Fun and we learnt a lot. Great to design t-shirts with our own new calligraphy skills too.
Operator response
Thank you so much! I'm so happy to hear that.
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Calligraphy with Family Roots!
I’m 1/2 Taiwanese and have always wanted to learn Japanese calligraphy as part of my heritage—the Japanese adopted Chinese characters - referred to as Kanji (漢字) for their writing system in the 5th century CE; it was a deeply meaningful to experience it firsthand. I found this class on TripAdvisor and booked an experience, and I’m so glad I did! From the start, communication was excellent. My flight to Tokyo was delayed, and since the airport is about an hour away from their studio, they kindly rescheduled my session without any hassle. They were so patient and accommodating throughout. The instructor’s artistic skill is absolutely incredible— her calligraphy is truly beautiful. She guided me with such care, letting me practice for as long as I wanted, and made the whole experience unforgettable. I even bought tools to keep practicing at home! 😅🤭. They also let me do my own phrase which was “Ya Ya (my name to my grandkids) and Doki Doki” - the literal translation made my daughters and me giggle (means a Ya Ya “little bit” excited like the sound of a heart flutter) as in we’re excited to see Ya Ya 😍🤭 - ややドキドキ - I bought extra t-shirts so I could let some of my grandkids have them! Thank you so much for sharing your artistry and patience—it was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. 🙏✨
Operator response
Thank you for coming us! I'm so happy to hear that. I really like your T-shirts! ややどきどきT-shirt has become a one-of-a-kind garment in the world! I hope to see you again.
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Amazing !!!
This was such nice experience. Ken Ji and Mana are the best hosts you can get. If you want to try calligraphy in Japan don’t miss this place ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Operator response
Thank you for coming us! We're so happy to hear that, really like your art! have a nice trip!
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Calligraphy and make a T-shirt in Asakusa
Wonderful experience, the staff were very welcoming, encouraging and helpful. We were able to learn a bit of history, very short which was good because i was keen to start and were then guided to make our own special t- shirt. Go, If you can and enbrace yourself in the experience.
Operator response
Thank you for coming！You have created a very stylish and lovely T-shirt! Please treasure it!
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Calligraphy with family
Had an amazing time. Patient instructor, giving us time to work on the basics before moving onto writing our Kanji for our t-shirt. Being left handed was acknowledged, and instructor was quite happy to see the difference in results.
Operator response
Your efforts were truly amazing. You are the first customer to write so beautifully as a left-handed person. Please continue to display your wonderful work in your home.
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