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2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience

Location Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
$120
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience Japanese calligraphy using real onsen water in a peaceful ryokan setting.
Write on traditional paper or a Japanese hand fan, and take home your one-of-a-kind creation.
Relax and connect with the spirit of Hakone through this soothing cultural experience.
2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Cultural explanation of Hakone’s hot spring traditions
  • Onsen water for ink preparation
  • One uchiwa (Japanese round paper fan) for artwork
  • Instruction by an experienced calligraphy teacher
  • A take-home bag for your finished pieces
  • All calligraphy materials
  • Complimentary Japanese tea served during the experience
  • Venue fee for the indoor space at the onsen ryokan
  • Gratuities for the guide/instructor (optional, at your discretion)
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point

Meeting point
Please gather at the entrance of the historic Yamato-kan Onsen Ryokan in Hakone Yumoto. On the day of the tour, your guide will be waiting at the ryokan’s entrance holding a laminated sign with the tour name.
Return details
Please gather at the entrance of the historic Yamato-kan Onsen Ryokan in Hakone Yumoto. On the day of the tour, your guide will be waiting at the ryokan’s entrance holding a laminated sign with the tour name.

Enjoy a memorable Onsen Calligraphy Experience at a historic hot spring ryokan in Hakone.
In this rare and culturally rich workshop,
you’ll mix your ink with actual onsen (hot spring) water and explore the calming art of Japanese calligraphy.

The session begins with a brief introduction to the history and cultural significance of Hakone’s hot springs,
setting the stage for a deeper connection with your artwork.

Whether it’s your first time or you’ve tried calligraphy before,
the friendly instructor will guide you through the basics with care and encouragement.
You’ll create your piece on traditional Japanese paper or on a uchiwa (a classic round Japanese hand fan),
which you can take home as a lasting memento of your experience.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    2 Hour Onsen Calligraphy Experience

    Location Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
    $120
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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