🏮Calligraphy & Pastel Art: Express Yourself with Summer Festival Colors🎇

Slow down, breathe, and dip your brush into the rich black ink. 🖌️✨ Welcome to a creative sanctuary where traditional Japanese calligraphy meets soft, modern pastel artistry. 🎨🌸
August in Japan brings the bright and joyful feeling of Japanese summer festivals, fireworks, goldfish, lanterns, yukata, and warm evening air. 🎆🏮 While the city feels lively and full of summer energy, it is the perfect time to slow down indoors, enjoy a peaceful creative moment, and express your inner creativity through ink and color. 🌙✨
This month, we focus on the vibrant colors of fireworks in the night sky, festival lanterns, goldfish, yukata patterns, wind chimes, and soft Japanese summer evenings to create a stunning piece of art that speaks to your soul. 🎐✨
Whether you want to learn the elegant flow of the brush, experience a mindful “Zen” moment to refresh your busy week, or simply want to create a gorgeous piece of interior decor for your room, this workshop is designed just for you! 🌿✨
No previous experience is needed. Let’s enjoy a cozy, artistic Sunday afternoon together! ☕🤍

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毎日がんばる自分に、心ときめくクリエイティブなご褒美タイムを。🎨✨ 伝統的な「書道」と、やさしい「パステルアート」を掛け合わせた、新感覚のモダン漢字アートワークショップへようこそ！🖌️🌸
8月の日本は、夏祭り、花火、金魚、提灯、浴衣、夕涼みが楽しめる季節。🎆🏮 夏らしいにぎやかな空気を感じながら、墨と色で心を整えてみませんか？🌙✨
今回は、夜空に広がる花火、夏祭りの提灯、金魚、浴衣の色、風鈴、夕暮れのやさしい夏色をイメージした色彩を添えて、世界にひとつだけのアート作品を仕上げます。🎐✨
「日常を忘れて何かに没頭したい」「お部屋をおしゃれに彩るインテリアを作りたい」「英語の心地よい響きの中で感性を磨きたい」そんなアート女子にぴったりの、アットホームで贅沢な日曜日をお届けします。🛋️💎 初心者の方も、お一人でのご参加も大歓迎です！お気軽にお越しください。☕🤍

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🌸 Meet Your Passionate Host!
Hi, I’m Ailee, founder of Tokyo Kanji Art Studio! 🖌️✨
I hold a 3rd-dan rank in traditional Japanese calligraphy, and I’ll gently guide you step by step so you can create your own meaningful kanji artwork. ☺️💖
I can support guests in Japanese, English, Spanish, and Chinese, so international travelers can feel comfortable joining too. 🌏✨
Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/tokyo_kanji_artstudio
This creative session is proudly presented in collaboration with Welcome Japan. 🤝✨

🎨 What Makes This Workshop Special?
Aesthetic Fusion: We don’t just write characters; we blend bold black sumi ink with soft pastel techniques for a unique, modern look. 🌈
Practice Before the Final Piece: You can practice your kanji several times on calligraphy paper and try the pastel colors before creating your final artwork. 🖌️🎨
Gentle Support: If you are not sure how to write your kanji, don’t worry — we will guide you step by step and help you with the brush movements. ✨
Mindful & Relaxing: Experience the calming effect of focusing on each brushstroke. 🌿
Take Home Your Masterpiece: Your finished canvas will be the perfect artistic addition to your living space or a thoughtful gift. 🎁

✨ Don’t Know Any Kanji? No Problem!
We will help you find the perfect kanji character that matches your name, your favorite meaning, or your current life energy! 🥰
Examples of beautiful characters you can choose:
·美 (Bi) = Beauty & Elegance 💎
·愛 (Ai) = Love & Connection 💖
·夢 (Yume) = Dream & Vision 🌟
·花 (Hana) = Flower & Blooming 🌸
·和 (Wa) = Harmony & Peace 🕊️
·心 (Kokoro) = Heart & Soul 🔮
·夏 (Natsu) = Summer & Bright Energy ☀️
·光 (Hikari) = Light & Hope ✨
·祭 (Matsuri) = Festival & Joy 🎆

⏰ Time Table / 当日のタイムスケジュール
·2:00pm–2:10pm : Sign in & Welcome Drink / 受付＆ウェルカムドリンク 🥂✨
·2:10pm–2:20pm : Welcome & Quick Introduction / はじめの挨拶＆簡単な自己紹介 🌏
·2:20pm–2:40pm : Basic Brushstroke Techniques / 筆の基本練習 📜
·2:40pm–3:05pm : Character Selection & Story / 好きな漢字や名前の漢字選び 🔮
·3:05pm–3:35pm : Kanji Practice on Calligraphy Paper / 半紙で漢字練習 🖌️
·3:35pm–3:55pm : Playing with August’s Summer Festival Colors / 8月の夏祭り色パステルデコレーション 🎨🎆
·3:55pm–4:15pm : The Final Artwork / 本番作品制作 🖌️✨
·4:15pm–4:25pm : Gallery Walk & Art Sharing / ギャラリーウォーク＆作品発表 🖼️
·4:25pm–4:30pm : Group Photo & Clean up / 記念撮影＆お片付け 📸

🎟️ Ticket Info / 参加チケット（2 Drinks & All Materials Included）
Get your ticket online in advance to save ¥1,000! 🉐✨
事前オンライン予約で1,000円OFF！とってもおトクに参加できます。お早めにお席を確保してくださいね💖
🌟 Early Bird Ticket (Advance Payment / 事前支払い): ¥3,700 👉 Book Now & Save here / おトクな事前予約はこちらから：https://www.welcometokyoevents.com/events/calligraphy-pastel-art-express-yourself-with-summer-festival-colors-1

🚶 Same-day Payment (At the door / 当日支払い): ¥4,700
(Cash only / 当日現金払いのみ。満席の場合はご入場いただけない場合がございます)

📍 Event Details / アクセス
·Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
·Time: 2:00pm–4:30pm
·Venue: ASIAN SPICE KING 1F Ainoya Building, 2-12 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033, Japan
👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/JCSa3CDqQofQpHYg7
(Please come directly to the venue / 会場へ直接お越しください)

⚠️ Important Notes / 注意事項
·Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Sumi ink is permanent and may not come out of fabric! 👗❌
·If you need to change your plans, please let us know in advance so we can prepare the materials properly.
·墨が服につくと落ちにくいため、万が一汚れても良い服装でお越しください。

Cancellation Policy / キャンセルポリシー:
·Same-day cancellation (当日): 100%
·1 day before (前日): 50%
·2 or more days before (2日前まで): Refund fee may apply.

We can’t wait to paint, write, and share a beautiful Japanese summer festival Sunday afternoon with you! See you there! 🎨🎆💖