GINSHO SHOIN | Authentic Calligraphy Experience in Osaka

Here's Q&A-We hope this helps you feel relaxed and ready to enjoy the experience with us. ① Do I need to speak Japanese? No, you don’t need to speak Japanese.An English-speaking assistant will be present, so you can feel at ease.　 ② Is this suitable for beginners? Yes, absolutely☺ ③ What can I write? You are free to write anything that feels meaningful to you. ou can write kanji, hiragana, or katakana —this is a space for you to express yourself freely.

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

A student studying in Japan writing her self-composed haiku in calligraphy at GINSHO SHOIN More Than a Calligraphy Experience - at GINSHO SHOIN Osaka Many people join us for a one-time calligraphy experience, and that is always welcome.But for those who are living in Japan — even for a short time — calligraphy can become something deeper. This month, a student from Colombia who is studying in Japan began coming to our regular lessons. She loves Japanese literature and even wr

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

Smiles all around! Guests proudly showing their calligraphy creations Each visit felt unique, and there were some common moments that everyone enjoyed:- Calligraphy in Osaka This year, I had the pleasure of welcoming many international visitors to experience Japanese calligraphy. Each session was unique, but a few common impressions stood ou Sharing the Joy: Calligraphy Experiences from This Year ・Relaxing and calming : Many participants shared how peaceful they found the exp

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