In the traditional heart of Kyoto, this workshop invites you to immerse yourself in the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy, known as shodōEach brush stroke is a form of active meditation, a gesture that seeks harmony between mind, body, and breath.

You will learn how to prepare sumi ink, hold the brush with awareness, and execute basic strokes on rice paper. From the simplest characters in style kaisho even the freest forms of soshoThis silent practice is transformed into a path of introspection and beauty.

The experience is guided by a Japanese master calligrapher and delivered in Japanese with English translation when necessary. No prior knowledge is required, just a willingness to inhabit the moment and let the gesture express itself beyond words.

If you want to know more about this art form, you can visit the article Wikipedia about Shodō , which explains its history, its traditional tools and its connection with Zen philosophy.