Pages for learning Japanese about calligraphy, sorted by how much they offer a learner.
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A guide to understanding the structure and seals of Japanese calligraphy hanging scrolls, explaining how to read them, what the red vermillion marks mean, and how to care for them.
Online calligraphy lessons taught in English with live instructor feedback via Zoom, designed for learners of all Japanese language levels who want to study traditional brush writing and character formation.
A cultural essay explaining shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), a 1982 Japanese wellness practice rooted in the country's long tradition of appreciating nature.
A guide to selecting the right Japanese calligraphy brush for beginners, written by a practicing calligrapher. Covers three recommended brush types with practical advice on materials, size, cost, and maintenance.
Detailed guide to the kanji 山 (mountain) covering its pictographic origins, meanings in Japanese culture and language, stroke-by-stroke writing instructions, and appearances across classical calligraphy styles.
School offering instruction in shodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, through online and in-person workshops and courses. Rie Takeda teaches traditional techniques and philosophy for learners of all levels.
Online live workshop in Japanese calligraphy and creative lettering led by artist Rie Takeda.
Online Japanese calligraphy courses with tutorial videos taught in English, offering materials and instruction for learners interested in traditional writing practice.
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.
Detailed study of the kanji 命 (life, fate, command) covering its etymology, meanings, stroke-by-stroke writing instruction, appearance across five classical calligraphic styles, and cultural usage.
The bout lasts seconds; the ritual takes centuries. Why sumo is a Shinto rite in disguise — the salt, the sacred ring, and the wrestling that came last.
Article explaining yūgen, a Japanese aesthetic principle of suggested depth and hidden beauty found in poetry, theater, painting, and calligraphy.
A guide to writing names in Japanese using katakana, with explanations of how the conversion works and common mistakes. Suitable for beginners learning kana and calligraphy.
Online pop art workshop combining Japanese calligraphy with Hokusai's Mount Fuji imagery, led by artist Rie Takeda. Suitable for beginners and all ages, requires no prior art experience.
Online Japanese calligraphy learning program where students write characters, submit work, and receive detailed feedback from instructor KOKA. Offers digital textbooks and structured assignments for beginners.
Gallery and course information for a Japanese calligraphy school offering online and in-person lessons, workshops, and demonstrations for learners of all levels.
A calligraphy instructor's page about shodo practice methods and instruction. Offers online and in-person lessons for learners of Japanese calligraphy at various levels.
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.
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