The 13 Best Calligraphy Classes in Kyoto

Kyoto: Calligraphy class at Buddhist temple in city center - A 70-minute lesson with a sensible pace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 1h 10m · from $55Our pick

Learn Japanese calligraphy in a Kyoto Buddhist temple, choose your kanji, and take home a handmade shikishi artwork and keychain.

“I had a wonderful time! It was such a fun workshop, although it's definitely more difficult than it looks. I accidentally booked the workshop in Dutch (my native language) instead of in English, but in the end it worked out great because I had great chats with my translator and she taught me a lot about life in Japan. Thank you so much for the fun workshop :)”

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Kyoto: Japanese Calligraphy Class

2.Japanese Calligraphy Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · 1 hour · from $51

Practice Japanese calligraphy near Kyoto Station, write your name in Kanji, and take home handmade souvenirs with English instruction.

“Rena led our Japanese calligraphy class with exceptional skill and warmth. She struck a perfect balance between explaining the intricate complexities of the language and making the art of calligraphy feel accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Her teaching style was patient, encouraging, and deeply knowledgeable, and she always took the time to answer my many questions with clarity and enthusiasm. Thanks to her guidance, I came away with not only a better understanding of Japanese calligraphy, but also a genuine appreciation for the cultural depth behind each stroke. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor—highly recommended”

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Kyoto: Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

3.Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 84 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $32Best value

Learn traditional Japanese calligraphy in central Kyoto with patient instruction, quality materials, and a kanji artwork to take home.

“I learned a lot and it was fun! I would do this again.”

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Kyoto: Local Home Visit and Japanese Calligraphy Class

4.Local Home Visit and Japanese Calligraphy Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 1 hour · from $66

Practice Japanese calligraphy with Aya in a Kyoto home near Nijo Castle, choose a meaningful kanji, and take home your own washi artwork.

“My wife and I very much enjoyed learning how to write selected characters in the traditional calligraphy art form. Our instructor was warm and welcoming as well as patient as we learned the proper brushstrokes. We were amazed at our final product. Thank you and thank you to the instructor husband for taking such wonderful photos and video of our experience!”

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Kyoto Ninenzaka : Japanese Calligraphy Class in Townhouse

5.Kyoto Ninenzaka : Japanese Calligraphy Class in Townhouse

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 50 min · from $49

Practice Japanese calligraphy in a Kyoto townhouse near Kiyomizu Temple, with patient instruction, cultural insight, and a kanji souvenir to take home.

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

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Private Japanese Calligraphy in Kyoto – Learn Shodō with a Master

6.Private Japanese Calligraphy in Kyoto – Learn Shodō with a Master

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $77

Learn Shodō in a Kyoto home with calligraphy master Aya, practice kanji, and take home your own artwork from this private one-hour class.

“Charming instructor, great set up, really enjoyable experience, and left with good memories and understanding on the art.”

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Japanese Calligraphy – Shodo – Lesson (near Kyoto Station)

7.Japanese Calligraphy – Shodo – Lesson (near Kyoto Station)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $50

Learn Japanese shodo near Kyoto Station in a small, friendly class, write kanji names and keepsakes, and take your creations home.

“Haruko was great and friendly. Very kind and patient as she explained. I truly enjoyed it. I am very happy I did this activity. I want to learn more calligraphy.”

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Calligraphy & Digital Art Workshop in Kyoto

8.Calligraphy & Digital Art Workshop in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $72

Blend Zen calligraphy, ink painting, and iPad art in a 90-minute private Kyoto workshop with tea, snacks, and expert guidance.

“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. Read more”

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Calligraphy Experience in Kyoto Townhouse

9.Calligraphy Experience in Kyoto Townhouse

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $58

Learn Japanese kanji calligraphy in an 80-year-old Kyoto townhouse with Toshiko, using traditional tools and taking home your artwork.

“My 17 year old daughter and I really wanted to find a place to give calligraphy a try. Toshiko was knowledgeable, entertaining and a very good teacher. We can only recommend! You won't be disappointed”

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Kyoto: Japanese Calligraphy Class in 150 years old townhouse

10.Japanese Calligraphy Class in 150 years old townhouse

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $43

Learn Japanese calligraphy in a 150-year-old Kyoto townhouse near Ninenzaka, with patient instruction, cultural insight, and a keepsake to take home.

“Hat uns super viel Spaß gemacht! Wir haben viel gelernt, es wurde sich wirklich viel Zeit genommen und wir konnten mit einem tollen Ergebnis nach Hause gehen. Sehr zu empfehlen. Danke euch beiden!”

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Kyoto : Japanese Calligraphy Workshop with a calligrapher

11.Japanese Calligraphy Workshop with a calligrapher

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $51

Learn Japanese calligraphy in Kyoto, practice Kanji strokes with an English-speaking instructor, and take home a fan, board, or washi postcard.

“Great fun! Really nice, friendly team and a cool lesson with proper equipment and experience. Hard to find the location though (more signs outside if possible please!)”

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