Both my 10-year-old daughter and I loved the calligraphy class with Wakana. She’s a patient and... read more
Both my 10-year-old daughter and I loved the calligraphy class with Wakana. She’s a patient and... read more
We had a lovely morning learning about Japanese food and calligraphy, but most of all we enjoyed... read more
Wakana’s class in calligraphy and udon-making was one of the most memorable parts of my trip to Japan. I loved that every part of both activities felt like a learning experience -- between practicing calligraphy techniques and making udon from scratch, Wakana gave context each step of the way, and I learned so much about Japanese culture from her. At the same time, there was no pressure to be perfect. Wakana has a huge passion for what she does, and it really shines through in the way that she teaches. She’s so easy to talk to, has lived a super interesting life, and is full of stories! I highly recommend her class if you’re looking for a fun and unique cultural experience while in Japan. Arigatō gozaimasu Wakana-san!
Wakana was so helpful and nice from the beginning (emailing about logistics, location finding, changes to schedule). She was a great teacher and so friendly.
The session was perfect for my family of three (My wife, 7-year old daughter, and I) to get have a much more rich experience in enjoying the Japanese food culture beyond the usual hearty meal you can get at the nearest train station.
We also did the origami session to pass the time which my daughter enjoyed. Wakana was patient in teaching her the folding techniques as well as had some cute ideas for Pokemon characters.
It's a perfect experience for an mid-morning itinerary before you set out into the city. Next time we're in Tokyo, we'll probably do the other classes. Interestingly, we also did the instant ramen class in Osaka a few days later. The Wakalture Experience Udon class provided a great context to how instant ramen impacted the culture and industrial history.
The walk from the train/subway station isn't very long and it's a quick stroll. It may be helpful for Wakana to post some street photos or building pictures so you can find the right location off the main road. Also, bring a bottle of water just in case you get a little thirsty after the meal.
We are a family of four with no knowledge of calligraphy and we enjoyed very much our lesson with Wakana. We have been provided with explanations on the history of calligraphy and the teaching method was both very smooth and very efficient. It is definitively an experience that we recommend to visitors in JAPAN, as a very pleasant way to meet with one of the iconical cultural aspects of this country.
If we come back to Japan, we will definitively get another calligraphy course with Wakana!
Honestly, I overslept to my appointment with Wakana because of the jet lag and Wakana was so understanding and flexible that we rescheduled it.
I really like how she taught, she was very patient, her explanations were understandable and her English fluent. Also I had very positive vibe and it was a lot of fun! :) Wakana managed to make me like calligraphy and I would love to continue learning as it was peaceful and calming experience.
Most recommended!
Our host was very pleasant et so nice. It was a great lesson of calligraphy! Great discovery! I recommend it
Wakalture experience was one of my best souvenir in Tokyo. We had a calligraphy lesson. Wakana is very nice, welcoming and very patient with us. She explained us the base of caligraphy but also history and fun facts. She adapt her class because I tell her it was my friend's birthday, it was so nice. We had a very good memory of this day. I recommend this !!