Shodo, handwriting practice and the brush.
212 pages
A detailed guide to the kanji 和 (harmony) covering its etymology, cultural significance in Japan, stroke-by-stroke writing instructions, and appearances across calligraphy styles.
School of Shodo offers calligraphy demonstrations, performances, and workshops for learners of all levels, including live name-calligraphy experiences and online beginner courses taught by a professional instructor.
A collection of articles explaining individual kanji characters with their meanings and writing instructions, presented through a calligraphy lens with themes like nature, virtues, and Zen.
Japanese calligraphy school offering custom shodo artworks, commissioned pieces, and a digital textbook with examples for self-directed study of calligraphy.
An introduction to shodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, explaining its history since the 5th century, philosophical foundations in Zen Buddhism, and the spiritual practice of brush writing.
A practitioner's guide to Japanese calligraphy and related slow arts, covering tools, techniques, kanji meanings, and aesthetic concepts for learners and Japan enthusiasts beginning their practice.
A book introducing Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) covering its history, philosophy, basic brushstrokes through complete kanji, and practical guidance on materials and technique for learners interested in this traditional.
Blog and events page for Japanese calligrapher KOKA featuring exhibitions, performances, and calligraphy work. Offers learning about traditional Japanese calligraphy art and cultural practice.
An illustrated guide to washi, traditional Japanese paper, covering its definition, history, cultural significance, and production methods. Suitable for learners interested in Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetics.
Information about Japanese calligraphy workshops in Freiburg, Germany taught by Rie Takeda. Offers instruction for beginners through advanced students in shodo techniques, brush control, and mindfulness practice.
Free blank Japanese manuscript paper PDFs for handwriting and composition practice, with 200- and 400-character layouts in A4 and JIS B5. Includes vertical-writing and 400-character horizontal-writing options; download, print at 100%, and write by hand.
Introduction to Japanese calligraphy for travelers and learners covering the three main writing styles, equipment needed, and where to find beginner lessons in Japan.
Guide to writing Japanese kanji that covers standard strokes, stroke order rules, and differences between handwritten and printed forms for learners of all levels.
Online and in-person Japanese calligraphy instruction for learners of all ages, taught by a certified master calligrapher.
Printable Japanese handwriting practice sheets for hiragana, katakana, and kanji with stroke order guides. Users create custom PDF worksheets from any characters in the dictionary and download them to print.
Japan Society offers in-person and online shodo courses for beginners and experienced practitioners. Students learn Japanese calligraphy using brush and ink on paper and fabric.
Biography and exhibition information for a Japanese calligrapher based in New York who teaches calligraphy workshops and explores the artistic expression of Japanese characters.
Guide to ikebana Japanese flower arrangement covering its history, philosophy, materials, and symbolism. Introduces beginners to the practice as a form of cultural engagement and mindfulness.
Information about the Ohara school of ikebana, one of the major Japanese flower arrangement traditions founded in 1895, covering its history, styles, and evolution under successive headmasters.
Online calligraphy courses offering video lessons with personalized feedback and live Zoom instruction. Students practice authentic Shodo and explore Japanese cultural themes.
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