
Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 211 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll worth booking?
Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll is a 1.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $2500 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 211 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (211)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $2500 per person
[Highlights] 1.Create a Beautiful Scroll with Your Own Calligraphy 2.Transform Your Name into Kanji 3.Lesson with a Professional Calligrapher 4.Enjoy a guided experience in English with an expert host 5.Authentic profess
What you get
- Calligraphy Supplies to use during the class
- Take home your own artwork
- An expert calligraphy artist
About this experience
[Highlights] 1.Create a Beautiful Scroll with Your Own Calligraphy 2.Transform Your Name into Kanji 3.Lesson with a Professional Calligrapher 4.Enjoy a guided experience in English with an expert host 5.Authentic professional tools
What's included
Included
- Calligraphy Supplies to use during the class
- Take home your own artwork
- An expert calligraphy artist
Not included
- Original Scroll
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
There is a liquor shop on the first floor that sells premium whisky and other spirits. Please take the elevator to the 8th floor. Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku, Japan, 160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−5−4 東ビル 8F https://maps.app.goo.gl/A43ARqfcHxQtmhmW8
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
There is a liquor shop on the first floor that sells premium whisky and other spirits. Please take the elevator to the 8th floor. Chopsticks Studio Shinjuku, Japan, 160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−5−4 東ビル 8F https://maps.app.goo.gl/A43ARqfcHxQtmhmW8
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Guide Star
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
213 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Calligraphy in Shinjuku
It was one of the best experiences on our trip. We really learned a lot and En was so nice and sweet. Can only recommend it!
via Tripadvisor
Loved it
It was one of the greatest experiences I hab. En was a really great advisor and so incredibly nice. I wish I had more time here. It wad awesome
via Tripadvisor
Calligraphy lesson
Fabulous first morning on first trip to Tokyo. The space was friendly and creative. My teacher, Noriko, was knowledgeable, patient, and kind. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing class
Amazing 10/10 class and very fun! The instructor was very nice and sweet and we will be back for the chopstick class! Loved this experience
via Tripadvisor
Try this if your in Tokyo !
Amazing experience , it was my birthday so I wanted to make custom tshirts , 10/10 would for sure come back just to do this ! My instructor was also so nice an made the experience 100 times better
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2500 to $5000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 74
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll cost?
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Prices start at $2500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 211 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll?
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Around 74 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tokyo: Shinjuku Calligraphy Workshop & Scroll start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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