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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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A: 1.5 hours, $99 - $120 per guest ($99 for Child under 12; $120 for Adult)
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Soul in Ink Calligraphy Workshop: Shodo Experience on Hand Fan
Slow the Mind. Move the Brush.
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Introduction to Shodō – History, Culture & Writing Systems
We begin with a short introduction to Shodō — the traditional Japanese art of calligraphy.
Students learn how Shodō evolved from ancient Chinese scripts, how it became a Zen practice in Japan, and the different writing systems:
Kanji (Chinese characters)
Hiragana (soft, flowing Japanese script)
Katakana (angular script used for foreign words)
This grounding helps everyone appreciate Shodō not just as art, but as a cultural and meditative experience.
Practising Strokes
We begin with grounding the mind through basic brush strokes — slow, steady lines that help you sync your breath with the movement of ink. This is where the noise fades and the calm begins.
Writing Mindfulness Kanji
Once the brush feels natural in your hand, we explore simple mindfulness kanji — words like ‘calm’, ‘light’, or ‘gratitude’. Each character becomes a tiny meditation, a reminder to pause and reconnect with yourself.
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What you'll get
What you'll experience:- A guided, calming calligraphy ritual to release stress and focus the mind
- Step-by-step brush techniques from a master with international prestige
- Quiet moments of mindfulness paired with a cup of premium Japanese tea
- Your own meaningful artwork on a hand fan to take home — created with intention and inner stillness
Knowledge required
From baby-beginner to advanced
What to bring
If you prefer your own brush, you are welcome to bring it with you.
Location
Oxford Village Shopping Centre, 55-73 Oxford St & Pelican St, Darlinghurst NSW
This venue is a short walk from Museum station (500m).
Your teacher
The Zen Concept is a Japanese-inspired lifestyle space based in Sydney, dedicated to sharing calm, culture, and creativity.Rooted in the philosophy of Zen, we offer authentic experiences that bring mindfulness into everyday life from traditional tea rituals to modern matcha workshops.We also proudly offer our in-house Japanese tea brand 地の気 JINOKI, featuring a curated collection of:Matcha & TeapotsTowels & NorenChopsticks, Tableware & PotteryAll items are made in Japan and thoughtfully selected to elevate your daily rituals.You can find us at our stores in Darlinghurst (Oxford Village) and Rhodes Central, where we invite you to explore the essence of Japan through taste, touch, and tranquility.
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