Brush Making Experience (Guided by Traditional Artisans)


Voucher valid only for specified date and time
Present e‑voucher on‑site
Arrive at meeting point 10 minutes before activity time
Late or no‑show will result in no participation and no refund
Order confirmation within 48 hours
Contact customer service if no confirmation email received
No age restriction for the activity
Children can also participate in the experience
Experience fee
One original calligraphy brush
Free engraving of approx. 20 characters on the brush handle
Other personal expenses
Departure time available on the hour from 09:00 to 15:00
Return time available on the hour from 11:00 to 17:00
Total experience duration: 2 hours
Watch craftsman demonstration
Hands‑on full process of making a calligraphy brush
Try writing with various calligraphy brushes
Take the finished product home
Rescheduling or refund available in case of force majeure or bad weather
Activity cancellation will be notified by email before 17:00 on the previous day
Fang Gu Tang Corporation
10‑6‑23 Dekitei, Kumano‑cho, Aki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
Postal code: 731‑4221
Take the Kure Line from JR Hiroshima Station to Yano Station (approx. 10 mins)
Transfer to Hiroshima Electric Railway bus to Kumano Eigyosho stop (approx. 15 mins)
1‑minute walk to destination
By taxi from Yano Station: approx. 7 mins
From Hiroshima Station: approx. 40 mins
Japanese guide service included
English guide service included

Join the brush‑making experience in Kumano Town, Hiroshima, Japan, and learn the century‑old craftsmanship from experienced traditional artisans. Follow the 4 standard steps to create your very own Kumano brush, with the handle customisable by engraving your name, resulting in a unique craft souvenir. On‑site, you can try writing with brushes made from different materials such as wolf hair, horse hair, and sheep wool, experiencing the differences in writing styles and the charm of traditional calligraphy. The itinerary also features calligraphy works by renowned artists like Munakata Shiko, allowing you to immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere. There is a dedicated store on‑site where you can purchase high‑quality calligraphy supplies, professional makeup brushes, and other special souvenirs. This experience is perfect for travellers who enjoy hands‑on crafts, traditional culture, and in‑depth travel, offering a distinctive cultural activity in Hiroshima.




Merchant nameCalligraphy Brush Making Experience (Guided by Traditional Artisans)
Address10-6-23 Dekiniwa
CityAkita Prefecture
CategoryTickets
Latitude and longitude of address132.565992,34.332981
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