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Intensive Japanese calligraphy in Kyoto

"What if you go to Japan for three months to learn traditional shodō?"

Why now

At this age you have the discipline for daily meditative practice, but still enough flexibility to pause your career for a while. Your brain is optimal for learning complex visual patterns.

Why this is so fun

You won't just learn to draw beautiful characters, but discover a form of moving meditation that brings you peace. After three months you'll have a unique skill that amazes your friends, plus a room full of self-made artworks that tell stories about your Japanese adventure.

First 3 steps

  1. 1Look up recognized shodō schools in Kyoto online
  2. 2Calculate costs for visa and accommodation
  3. 3Start learning basic Japanese phrases
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