CLASS
KASHUŪ JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY SCHOOL-The Japan Calligraphy Foundation(Nihon Shuji) Branch in UK-
The Japanese Calligraphy class is designed for learning the basics of Japanese calligraphy and for producing your own beautiful piece of art. Our aim is for you to discover inner peace and strength through learning authentic Japanese calligraphy, and to bring that same mindfulness to all aspects of your daily life.
The class is for both Japanese and non-Japanese speakers.
ABOUT LESSONS
・Japanese calligraphy technique from basic.
・Practice new works every month.
・Learn the ritual of Japanese calligraphy and how to set your mind.
・Practice mindfulness, meditation and concentration through practising.
・Entitled to get the ranks/qualifications in Japanese calligraphy.
・Instructor certifications and qualifications opportunities.
・Performing, exhibiting and working opportunities as a calligrapher.
ABOUT LESSONS
・Japanese calligraphy technique from basic.
・Practice new works every month.
・Learn the ritual of Japanese calligraphy and how to set your mind.
・Learn mindfulness, meditation and concentration through practising.
・Entitled to get the ranks/qualifications in Japanese calligraphy.
・Instructor certifications and qualifications opportunities.
・Performing, exhibiting and working opportunities as a calligrapher.
THE JAPAN CALLIGRAPHY FOUNDATION
(Nihon Shuji)
Founded in 1953 by Kanpo Harada (1911 ~ 1995) in Fukuoka, Japan to pass down the tradition of Japanese calligraphy to the following generations whilst preserving the philosophy of “Tradition, beauty, love of calligraphy”.
You will practice various forms of Japanese calligraphy by using a monthly textbook and submit up to two artworks each month to The Japan Calligraphy Foundation. Your work will be assessed whether it merits a promotion in ranking or not. The promotion ranking system starts from 10th kyuu to 1st kyuu(Kyuu:junior rank) and then semi 1st dan(Dan:senior rank) goes up to 8th dan. We offer different kind of qualifications and instructor certification opportunities to the rank of dan holders.
THE JAPAN CALLIGRAPHY FOUNDATION (Nihon Shuji)
Founded in 1953 by Kanpo Harada (1911 ~ 1995) in Fukuoka, Japan to pass down the tradition of Japanese calligraphy to the following generations whilst preserving the philosophy of “Tradition, beauty, love of calligraphy”.
You will practice various forms of Japanese calligraphy by using a monthly textbook and submit up to two artworks each month to The Japan Calligraphy Foundation. Your work will be assessed whether it merits a promotion in ranking or not. The promotion ranking system starts from 10th kyuu to 1st kyuu(Kyuu:jonior rank) and then semi 1st dan(Dan:senior rank) goes up to 8th dan. We offer different kind of qualifincations and instructor certification opportunities to the rank of dan holder/s.
Time & Location
| ADULTS CLASS | KIDS CLASS (Swiss Cottage) | KIDS CLASS (Ealing) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| TIME | The 1st & 3rd WED of every month 18:45 - 20:15 | The 1st & 3rd WED of every month 16:40 - 17:40 | Currently closed *Swiss Cottage class is available online |
| LOCATION | Swiss Cottage Community Centre London, NW3 3NR or Online | Swiss Cottage Community Centre London, NW3 3NR or Online | St Andrew's Church London, W5 2RS *Currently Closed |
Fees
| ADULTS | KIDS (under 14yr) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ENROLLMENT FEE (First time only) | £16 | £9 | |
| LESSON FEE *(6 months membership) | First Terms (May-Oct) | Face to Face: £380 Online: £396 | Face to Face: £316 Online: £316 |
| Second Term (Nov-Apr) | Face to Face: £380 Online: £396 | Face to Face: £316 Online £316 |
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| **TRIAL | £24 | £20 | |
-We offer a hybrid-flexible class, which means that you can take classes either online or in person at your convenience with advance notice. This allows face-to-face students to take an online class when they are sick or on a business trip, and online students to take a face-to-face class during half-terms, etc.
–You will be registering for The Japan Calligraphy Foundation membership to start the lesson.
-You can start the lesson anytime. Please ask for the details and fees if you are joining from the middle of the term.
-The lesson fee includes 6 months of lessons(twice a month), 6 textbooks, and a grade/certificate in Japanese calligraphy.
-Materials are not included. (Our price guide: Papers x 100 sheets £7.80, Ink £9, Brush £35) You can prepare everything apart from the papers by yourself online at such as Amazon and Japan centre. Please ask for the details.
-Usually it takes 1-2 weeks to register and receive the textbooks within the UK.
*Becoming a member of The Japan Calligraphy Foundation means that you will be entitled to get ranks/grades and certificates like martial arts such as Karate, Judo, etc. and enrol in competitions at least twice a year.
**Trial fee includes materials for offline class -Membership is required before further lessons.
Please note that the class is NOT a one-off workshop but for those who wish to join the membership, as we believe that constant and long-term practice is essential to understand the true spirit of Japanese calligraphy. (If you are interested in a one-off workshop in public events, please check our Facebook and Instagram)
KASHUŪ SCHOOL OF JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY does not take any responsibility or liability for any damage or loss causes at the class.