Shodo, handwriting practice and the brush.
211 pages
Explores the kanji 誠 (sincerity, makoto) through its etymology, cultural meaning in Japan, connection to bushidō and the Shinsengumi, and detailed instruction in writing it across calligraphic styles.
A Tokyo calligraphy school offers shodo lessons and explores the intersection of traditional Japanese calligraphy with fashion design, serving learners and enthusiasts interested in this art form.
Catalog of woodblock prints by Takahashi Shôtei with images and details organized by print size and publisher. Useful for learners interested in Japanese visual art and cultural history.
Gallery of Japanese calligraphy works and live performance videos by artist Koka, showing traditional brush techniques and artistic compositions for learners interested in Japanese calligraphic arts.
Contact page for The Slow Brush, a blog about Japanese calligraphy and slow arts that provides in-depth writing and reviews for learners interested in cultural practice.
A tag archive for a blog exploring Japanese calligraphy and related slow arts, offering articles on technique, philosophy, and cultural context for learners and practitioners.
Introduces the seven foundations of Japanese calligraphy practice, covering posture, brush grip, basic lines, corners, and sweeping strokes for beginners.
Gallery of student calligraphy works from the School of SHODO, which offers lessons and workshops in Japanese calligraphy for learners at various levels, both online and in-person.
Guide to Japanese calligraphy techniques covering brush strokes and foundational methods for learners beginning shodo practice.
Guide to the kanji 禅 (zen) covering its meaning, history, Buddhist context, and how to write it in different calligraphic styles. Suited for learners studying kanji and calligraphy.
Guide to ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement, covering its history, key principles including the rule of three and asymmetry, essential vocabulary, and the three main schools.
A detailed guide to the heart kanji (心) covering its meaning, etymology, stroke order, and practice in Japanese calligraphy. Written for learners starting calligraphy and those studying kanji.
Detailed guide to the kanji 夢 (dream) covering its etymology, cultural significance in Japan, stroke-by-stroke writing instructions, and appearance across calligraphy styles.
Online live workshop teaching Japanese calligraphy (shodo) with themes and mindfulness-based methods. Instructor Rie Takeda offers monthly sessions exploring kaisho and gyosho styles for learners of all backgrounds.
Explains the meaning and etymology of the samurai kanji (侍), correcting common Western misconceptions, and provides detailed stroke-by-stroke writing instructions and calligraphy styles for learners.
Guide to Japanese calligraphy for beginners covering history, essential tools, brush techniques, and daily practice routines. Teaches the philosophy and cultural significance of shodō as a meditative art form.
A calligrapher's guide to choosing, writing, and getting kanji tattoos accurately, covering common mistakes, character selection process, and authentic brush-written characters versus fonts.
Article exploring the true meaning of ikigai as a Japanese concept of finding reason and meaning in daily life through small practices, with connections to calligraphy and Zen aesthetics.
A guide to online Japanese calligraphy courses for beginners, reviewing paid options on Domestika, Udemy, and Skillshare, plus free YouTube resources, with criteria for evaluating courses and advice on combining courses.
Detailed study of the kanji 忍 (endurance) covering its etymology, multiple meanings, cultural significance in Japan, and step-by-step instruction on how to write it in different calligraphic styles.
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