We will explore the fascinating world of shodō, the traditional Japanese calligraphy art with hundreds of years of history! Master of Shodō Kōji Takano will introduce you to a personal approach to calligraphy that consists in express yourself in a totally free artistic process, expanding your imagination and creativity. At this experience you will be able to give life to a unique but typically Japanese work of art. The instructor will guide you to transform your idea in something exclusive, and finally your masterpiece is completed. Let enjoy the experience on shodō and make a perfect souvenir by yourself on your Japan trip! 【Activity details】 ① Lecture about creative calligraphy ② Selection Think a theme or words you want to write it. If you can't decided, choose from the collection (picture or design) and the word (message or name) by Takano sensen. ③ Warming up How to use the writing brush, how to draw circles and lines. ④ Practice 　How to transmit your idea and the message you want to write. ⑤ Shodō Create your masterpiece using ink and paints on a poster-art paper (shikishi) or an uchiwa (Japanese fan).