GINSHO SHOIN | Authentic Calligraphy Experience in Osaka

A joyful moment: after writing “Hinamatsuri,” our guest smiled in front of the hina dolls. at GINSHO SHOIN A Day of Wishes for Girls - at GINSHO SHOIN Osaka March 3rd is Hinamatsuri , often known as Girls’ Day in Japan. It is a day to quietly wish for the healthy growth and happiness of girls. Families display beautiful hina dolls representing the imperial court of the Heian period. At the top sit the Emperor and Empress, symbolizing harmony and balance. Below them are court

Fukuju – Wishing happiness and long life　- written by GINSHO New Year’s Special: What is Kakizome? - Calligraphy in Osaka Have you spent New Year’s in Japan? How about trying Kakizome, the traditional Japanese first calligraphy of the year? Meaning and History of Kakizome Kakizome is a long-standing tradition where people write their wishes or goals for the new year using brush and ink. The word “kakizome” literally means “first writing” of the year. It started in the Heian p

Capturing a peaceful moment of the calligraphy experience. This experience was more than learning an art form; it was a quiet reflection on appreciation, presence, and peace. - Calligraphy in Osaka I’d love to share a wonderful review today from a participant who visited us all the way from the United States♡ Japanese Calligraphy Experience — 自愛 (Self Love)   Today I had the honor of being welcomed into a kind woman’s home for a private, 1:1 Japanese calligraphy lesson. She g

Your Words, Your Calligraphy Finding Calm Through Calligraphy - Calligraphy in Osaka It's been quite a while since our last update, but during the Expo period, we had the pleasure of spending wonderful moments with people from many countries. Now, as we welcome the autumn foliage season, I wanted to share some thoughts while greeting our visitors. Express Yourself Through Calligraphy At our calligraphy experience, we invite everyone to freely choose the words they want to wr

The Word She Took Home - Calligraphy in Osaka The other day, we welcomed two lovely guests from France. After the session, they sent us...

Have you been to Expo 2025 in Osaka yet? -Calligraphy in Osaka I haven’t been there myself, but the more I hear from others, the more excited I get to go! If you're currently in Osaka—or planning to visit soon—why not take a quiet moment to experience something truly Japanese?

Are you planning a trip to Japan this spring? Or are you already living here and looking for a truly Japanese experience during Golden Week? How about picking up a brush and letting your heart settle through the art of shodo — traditional Japanese calligraphy?

Why not make the most of Japan’s best season by enjoying a unique cultural experience—calligraphy, cherry blossoms, and a a historic shrine

Happiness, love, and abundance already exist within us. he Heart of Happiness: A Conversation That Opened My Eyes

Revealing the Rankings and Stories Behind Our Participants' Favorite Kanji - Osaka GINSHO SHOIN

Feel like an artist with Jyofuku (large-paper)!

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Ginshoshoin website