Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club

Welcome the New Year with kakizome (書き初め) - the traditional first calligraphy of the year.

Kakkoii Social Japanese Club is excited to welcome , a Japanese calligraphy instructor, for a special hands-on workshop conducted entirely in Japanese. Your host @KiaraNYCjp will be going around the room ensuring everyone understands the instructions and translating when necessary!

In this session, participants will:

• Learn the basics of Japanese calligraphy (shodō)
• Practice brush technique, stroke order, and balance
• Create their own kakizome piece to mark the New Year with intention
  

This workshop is designed to be both cultural and linguistic, offering a rare opportunity to study Japanese through an authentic art form.

This event will be conducted in Japanese and is best suited for:

• Intermediate to advanced learners of Japanese
• Native or heritage Japanese speakers
  

To support participants, a vocabulary list of key words and phrases commonly used during the lesson will be sent out in advance.

Each ticket includes:

• A guided calligraphy lesson with SEICHO-san
• All calligraphy materials (brush, ink, paper, etc.)
• One free café drink*
• Your completed kakizome to take home

The workshop will be held at Cafe O’Te - a space built with creativity and Japanese artistry in mind - a perfect place for slowing down and welcoming the New Year with focus and calm.

• Space is limited to ensure individual guidance.
• Ink may stain - please dress accordingly.
• No prior calligraphy experience is required, but Japanese comprehension is strongly recommended.
• We start promptly at 10:30am, so please arrive at 10am to order your drink/food and settle in.

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*Available drinks are at the discretion of the venue

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