Calligraphy Experience: Kanazawa's Local School

Discover authentic Japanese calligraphy in a historic setting. Create unique artwork with English-friendly guidance. Experience tranquility and tradition in Kanazawa.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • カルチャーラボ野町 Culture Lab.Nomachi Calligraphy - == Program Flow – Approx. 60 min ==
  1. Learn Tools & Basic Strokes 15 min
    Participants will be introduced to traditional calligraphy tools. After learning the correct way to hold the brush, they will practice basic strokes such as straight lines and curves.
  2. Pick a Word & Practice 15 min
    Participants…
What's Included
  • Choose a hanging scroll or a fan
  • Learn brush techniques
  • Practice with guide sheets
Additional Information

Explore Calligraphy at a Cherished Local School in Kanazawa (Near Ninja Temple)
With just ink, washi, and your hands, the moment the brush meets the paper, a new perspective of Japan unfolds.
Experience authentic calligraphy in our 100-year-old townhouse. From mastering basic brush strokes to creating your own final piece, a local calligraphy expert…

Location
カルチャーラボ野町 Culture Lab.Nomachi Calligraphy
You should be able to find the location easily, as many calligraphy works are visible from outside the building. There is a bus stop nearby, served by the Kanazawa Loop Bus.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mairead_c
Apr 16, 2026
Unique activity to do in Kanazawa - When we articed, it was just us in the group. We hadn't asked for a private session so that was lovely. The instructors were very patient and we'd plenty of practise before creating our final drawings. The Kanazawa Loop Bus bus was nearby. The pieces we're bringing home are very special souvenirs from our trip.
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Abby_k
Apr 13, 2026
Peaceful, fun, and beautiful! - Excellent class. Engaging and fun with a beautiful keepsake. My daughter and son, ages 12 and 15, both loved it as well.
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O5837yydaniels
Apr 11, 2026
Great Time - Fun experience with a lot of great individual instruction time. Very cool souvenir to return home with.
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Deb_w
Mar 31, 2026
Fun Calligraphy Experience! - What fun! We had the opportunity to learn calligraphy from two lovely Japanese women. They were patient and kind as we created keepsakes from our time in Kanazawa! We highly recommend!
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Prachid512
Mar 29, 2026
Beautiful and mindful experience - We extremely enjoyed our calligraphy session. You both were very helpful throughout the lessons due to which we were able to grasp and create such a beautiful masterpiece. We enjoyed having conversations with you about Anime and Japanese cartoon. We loved the origami pieces made by your student. We look forward to coming again soon with more of our friends for another calligraphy class.
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C9682hocharlottel
Mar 18, 2026
Calligraphy workshop: between concentration, rest and learning - Thank you very much for this calligraphy experience! We liked the course that allowed us to do our calligraphy on roller (or fan, of your choice), the course is well thought out, it allowed us to train in a pedagogical way before embarking on our final realization! The teacher is very kind, comfortable and attentive, the place is relaxing! We recommend this experience!
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Alessandrovh1448eb
Mar 11, 2026
Yuko sensei - Very nice professionals and very smiling.
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Katyaboah95
Mar 11, 2026
Beautiful experience - Very nice, the teacher Yuko very sweet and sunny :)
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Annalf9006yv
Feb 28, 2026
Silence, ink and tradition 🖤 - Excellent cultural experience in Culture Lab Nomachi - Kanazawa. 40 minutes of total relaxation while learning and creating our own Japanese calligraphy poster. An authentic space to connect with art and tradition. Highly recommended. They speak English and are very friendly with tourists.
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Benjaminvk655fu
Nov 26, 2025
One of my favourite things I’ve done while travelling Japan. - I cannot recommend this class enough to anyone visiting Kanazawa. Yuko is a lovely and supportive teacher and helped make everything feel as accessible and relaxed as possible. Would definitely return to again. Thank you Yuko!
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From $49
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).