FREE Half-Term Event - Japanese Calligraphy Workshops for Young People (ages 13-18)

Date
Thursday 30 October 2025

Time
(a) 1pm - 2:10pm
(b) 3pm - 4:10pm

Please note that the content of both workshops is the same

Venue 
The Japan Society
13/14 Cornwall Terrace (Outer Circle)
London
NW1 4QP

Booking Details 
Free. Booking essential.

Please note that spaces are limited and so early booking is recommended.

Free Japanese calligraphy workshop for young people ages 13 - 18!

Learn the traditional Japanese art of calligraphy, known as shodo, in this workshop for teenagers and young people this October half-term.

Young people and friends between the ages 13-18 are invited to come along to learn and experience this traditional art form with calligrapher and artist Aya Burbanks.

In this workshop you will:

• Learn about the Japanese writing system
• Practice writing kanji characters in different scripts
• Create a greeting card to take home.

*Please note that the calligraphy ink can stain clothing, so please ensure that you wear appropriate clothing.

If you have any questions about the event, please contact education@japansociety.org.uk

This workshop is part of a series of workshops for teenagers and young people, organised by The Japan Society. Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear about our events.

Booking Info

• Booking requirement
  This workshop is open to young peole between ages 13-18 only. Participants will be asked to confirm their age after booking.
  
  
• Booking Confirmation
  In addition to an automated confirmation email from Eventbrite, you will also receive an email from The Japan Society's Education Team to confirm your booking as well as the age of participants. Please remember to check your spam folder or emails from  education@japansociety.org.uk.
  
  
• Book Online on Eventbrite
  (a) 1pm - 2:10pm
  (b) 3pm - 4:10pm
  
  
  
  
• Waiting List 
  If tickets are sold out, you can sign up for the waiting list on Eventbrite. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.