Japan · Art & Craft

1-Hour Japanese Kanji Workshop in Kyoto with Personalized Name Art

1 Hour Round trip from Kyoto Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Write your name in Japanese Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana
02 Enjoy a relaxed workshop in a cozy Kyoto café
03 Learn essential Japanese phrases and self-introductions
04 Use traditional shikishi paper to create a personalized souvenir
05 Practice writing with felt-tip pens in a casual setting

Enjoy a unique and interactive cultural experience in Kyoto as you learn to write your name in Japanese Kanji during a fun, casual workshop. Held in a cozy local café, this hands-on session introduces the basics of Japanese writing, including Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana, along with essential conversation phrases. Guided by a friendly Japanese instructor, you will create your own personalized artwork on traditional calligraphy paper (shikishi) using felt-tip pens.

Guided by a friendly Japanese instructor, you will create your own personalized artwork on traditional calligraphy paper (shikishi) using felt-tip pens.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Kyoto

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Craft Your Name in Japanese Kanji in Kyoto

Begin with a warm welcome at a local café near Takashimaya Kyoto and enjoy a complimentary drink.
Meet your Japanese instructor and get introduced to the purpose and flow of the workshop.
Learn essential Japanese greetings and self-introduction phrases in a casual and interactive manner.
Receive a brief explanation of the three main Japanese scripts: Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana.
Get a personalized Kanji version of your name chosen based on its sound and meaning.
Practice writing your name in all three scripts using felt-tip pens on traditional calligraphy paper (shikishi).
Create your final keepsake version to take home as a souvenir.
End the session with photo opportunities and a quick recap of what you have learned.

Where this trip takes you

cozy Kyoto café, Takashimaya Kyoto, shikishi paper

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kyoto 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hands-on workshop on Japanese writing and basic conversation
Personalized guidance from a knowledgeable instructor
All necessary materials, including traditional shikishi calligraphy paper and felt-tip pens
A unique, handwritten souvenir of your name in Kanji
One complimentary drink (choice of coffee, tea, or soft drink)
Cultural exchange with a knowledgeable guide

What's Not Included

Transportation to and from the meeting point
Additional food and drinks
Personal expenses incurred beyond the specified inclusions are the participants' responsibility
Late arrivals may not be accommodated
Participants are responsible for the security of their personal belongings
Gratuities for the instructor are not included
While every precaution will be taken to ensure the safety of participants, the organizers are not liable for any personal injury or loss of personal belongings during the workshop. Participants are encouraged to have their own travel or personal insurance coverage.