Learn Japanese Shodo Calligraphy at Home

Have fun learning the art of Japanese Shodo calligraphy for beginners



1.5 hours Class size 1 to 10

label $45 - $95 (or 4 payments of $11.25 - $23.75 Afterpay)
($95 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $55 for 2 guests, $45 for 3+ guests)

Learn Japanese calligraphy with Tomoko! Come and experience the art and enjoyment of writing Kanji (Japanese characters) with brush and ink.

Tomoko will show you how to create several characters, and teach you the meaning and method for each Shodo. You will learn basic calligraphy skills, and practice writing simple Kanji or their favourite Japanese word. Perhaps you'll even discover your passion for calligraphy!

This class is great for both individuals and groups. If you have an interest in Japanese culture, or you like calligraphy or trying new kinds of art, then you'll probably love this class! You can take home your artworks.


Knowledge required
No knowledge of Japanese calligraphy (or basic calligraphy) needed.
 
What to bring
All the materials are provided.
 
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 6 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.

This would also be a nice gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Your teacher
Tomoko Oka
Tomoko Oka

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Tomoko is a Japanese calligraphy artist, a miso maker and a language teacher based around Sydney and the Central Coast. Tomoko was born and grew up in Japan, and she have been living in Australia for about 6 years. Tomoko loves the beaches and natural landscapes here!

Tomoko loves sharing Japanese culture through Japanese calligraphy, miso making and Japanese language. She has conducted calligraphy workshops in schools and various venues in Sydney, the Central Coast and Melbourne, as well as giving demonstrations at karate dojos and at marketing events for private companies.

Tomoko also has a passion for traditional foods, running sushi and miso workshops. She is always keen to share her love of Japanese food!

If you have any interest in Japanese culture, or in trying new kinds of artwork, you might love my workshops! I look forward to meeting you :)


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Jake Balzan • Oct 2022


Very patient and helpful would definitely recommend good banter as well when possible.
Jake Lloyd

Wendy • Nov 2021

10 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews


Thank you Tomoko for a very enjoyable class. Both Eleanor and I learnt another form of art/creativity and look forward to practising this new skill in the future. Wendy

Eleanor Keam • Nov 2021

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews


Tomoko was absolutely lovely. She ran the class at the pace we needed, and was genuinely excited for us as we made progress on learning the characters and strokes.

Would highly recommend this class and instructor :)

Alpha Chan • Jun 2021


Tomoko did an excellent job teaching her Japanese Calligraphy class. Her energy, enthusiasm, and wisdom was recognised by all the Google staff.
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