Calligraphy and Matcha in a Warm Kumamoto Home

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

This program offers a unique opportunity to visit the guide's home and deeply experience Japanese culture through calligraphy and tea ceremony. The guide is a qualified instructor with extensive experience in calligraphy, tea ceremony, and flower arrangement. In a small group setting, you will receive personalized and attentive instruction, allowing you to learn and enjoy traditional Japanese arts in a relaxed atmosphere. During the calligraphy session, you can create your own artwork to take home. Following this, enjoy matcha tea and sweets in the BONTEMAE style, seated at a table. Visiting a Japanese home provides a private and intimate space to connect, relax, and experience a serene moment of cultural exchange and healing for both mind and body.

What's included

  • Hanshi for practice copying
  • Instruction fee, trial fee
  • Hanging scroll to take home
  • Instructor(guide) fee
  • Matcha/sweets
  • Calligraphy supplies rental

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Transportation to the venue

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Kumamoto Tour Guided by Locals

    Location

    Departure point
    Shinmachi, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0004
    Shinmachi Stop: Kumamoto City Transportation Bureau (Kumamoto City Tram) tram stop. The stop number is B7. B train stops. After booking, you will coordinate with the guide to adjust the arrival time, etc. The guide will welcome guests at the tram stop with a placard.
    End point
    Shinmachi, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0004

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