Pages for learning Japanese about calligraphy, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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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.
Wikimedia Commons category containing images and files related to hiragana, one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Includes charts, letter examples, and photographs showing hiragana in use.
A Japanese calligrapher reviews four brush pens for learning calligraphy and kanji writing, explaining the difference between felt-tip and bristle-tip pens and recommending specific models for beginners.
Guide to the kanji 月 (moon/month) covering its meaning, etymology, stroke order, and how it appears across five classical calligraphy styles.
News and exhibitions page for a school of Japanese calligraphy offering lessons, workshops, and demonstrations.
Guide to proper etiquette for visiting Japanese shrines and temples, covering the differences between Shinto and Buddhist sites, purification rituals, prayer practices, and respectful behavior for travelers new to these.
Glossary of Japanese terms used in iaido practice, with definitions and English translations. Serves students and practitioners learning the vocabulary and techniques of this Japanese martial art.
A winter study trip in Akita combining Japanese conversation lessons with cultural activities like calligraphy, kyudo, and local festivals. For learners seeking immersive practice in rural Japan.
Online platform connecting learners with professional Japanese tutors for one-on-one lessons.
Online live course in Japanese calligraphy (shodo) taught by instructor Rie Takeda using a mindfulness-based method.
Introduces classic and contemporary kabuki plays for learners of Japanese culture, describing famous masterpieces like Chushingura and their historical backgrounds with plot summaries and performance highlights.
Online calligraphy lessons with tutorial videos in English that help learners understand Japanese characters, stroke order, and different writing styles through the practice of shodo.
Online calligraphy lessons and tutorials in English taught through video, plus custom brush character design services for personal and business use.
Guide to shrine and temple etiquette for first-time visitors to Japan, covering the differences between Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, appropriate dress, purification rituals, prayer customs, and respectful.
Online Japanese calligraphy lessons taught in English by a master calligrapher, offering self-paced video instruction and live feedback via Zoom for learners worldwide.
Guide to Japanese gift-giving etiquette covering proper presentation, timing, number associations, and cultural significance. Designed for tourists and learners navigating social customs in Japan.
Article exploring wabi-sabi, the Japanese aesthetic philosophy centered on beauty in imperfection and impermanence.
An online calligraphy class teaching kakizome, the New Year tradition of writing in ink, led by instructor Rie Takeda for learners interested in Japanese cultural practice.
Step-by-step guide to visiting a Japanese Shinto shrine with explanations of rituals, etiquette, and common activities like drawing fortunes and collecting stamps.
A blog category collecting travel experiences and cultural activities in Japan, including aikido training, calligraphy lessons, and sightseeing.
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