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Painting Holiday in Japan
There is so much to see that it can be hard to decide where to start.
When we considered the itinerary for our Sketch Book Tour of Japan it was obvious that many of you may like to experience more while you are here. So we have chosen a range of Top Picks of things to do and see to compliment our tour that we think will give you the opportunity to Explore, Experience and Savor more of your Painting Holidays in Japan.
Here is what we have come up with for you.
Painting Holiday in Japan
There is so much to see that it can be hard to decide where to start.
When we considered the itinerary for our Sketch Book Tour of Japan it was obvious that many of you may like to experience more while you are here. So we have chosen a range of Top Picks of things to do and see to compliment our tour that we think will give you the opportunity to Explore, Experience and Savor more of your Painting Holidays in Japan.
Here is what we have come up with for you.
Sumi-E Japanese caligraphy class with Saori
Sumi-E Japanese Calligraphy Class in Kyoto
In Kyoto, the traditions of old Japan live on and our very talented and innovative Sumi-e calligraphy teacher shows us how to create a traditional Sumi-e painting on traditional paper with local ground inks following the time honored traditions of the region and the art.
Sumi-e Calligraphy class
We are in Fushimi and make our way in the morning to Saori's studio and Art Shop. Upstairs is the studios and we are introduced to the traditional methods and practice before launching into a calligraphy piece of our own design or something that Saori may provide.
We stop for beautifully prepared and interesting lunch in the studio with Saori before moving on with our tour in and around Fushimi.
Such a great day with a talented teacher in the traditional methods of Japanese Sumi-E Calligraphy.
Rates are $125 per person.
In Kyoto, the traditions of old Japan live on and our very talented and innovative Sumi-e calligraphy teacher shows us how to create a traditional Sumi-e painting on traditional paper with local ground inks following the time honored traditions of the region and the art.
Sumi-e Calligraphy class
We are in Fushimi and make our way in the morning to Saori's studio and Art Shop. Upstairs is the studios and we are introduced to the traditional methods and practice before launching into a calligraphy piece of our own design or something that Saori may provide.
We stop for beautifully prepared and interesting lunch in the studio with Saori before moving on with our tour in and around Fushimi.
Such a great day with a talented teacher in the traditional methods of Japanese Sumi-E Calligraphy.
Rates are $125 per person.
Night time dining along Ponto-chō alley in Kyoto
Night Life Dining Adventure - Kyoto
A culinary night to experience a variety of restaurants and eateries around the fashionable part of town.
Variety is the key so we can start with a sake tasting to set the mood and move on to sample speciality dishes at some of our guide's favourite venues taking in the local delicacies and the night life. Arty and quirky venues have an appeal for us.
A night tour is a fantastic way to celebrate Kyoto's most elegant, eclectic and harmonious cuisines.
$275 per person - Kyoto - (Restaurant meal, sake tasting and guide included)
A culinary night to experience a variety of restaurants and eateries around the fashionable part of town.
Variety is the key so we can start with a sake tasting to set the mood and move on to sample speciality dishes at some of our guide's favourite venues taking in the local delicacies and the night life. Arty and quirky venues have an appeal for us.
A night tour is a fantastic way to celebrate Kyoto's most elegant, eclectic and harmonious cuisines.
$275 per person - Kyoto - (Restaurant meal, sake tasting and guide included)
Maiko and Geisha Live Traditional performance.
Maiko "Geisha" Performance - Kyoto
Maiko are traditional Geisha dance performers in training and offer booked dance performances to private parties.
Our guide can arrange a Maiko night performance for us which would include a light meal and drinks with Maiko performance for about 60 minutes. Party of minimum 6 - 8 personsis required to proceed. Bookings are essential.
$475 per person Bookings taken prior to the holiday - Date to be advised in Kyoto
Maiko are traditional Geisha dance performers in training and offer booked dance performances to private parties.
Our guide can arrange a Maiko night performance for us which would include a light meal and drinks with Maiko performance for about 60 minutes. Party of minimum 6 - 8 personsis required to proceed. Bookings are essential.
$475 per person Bookings taken prior to the holiday - Date to be advised in Kyoto
Explore the Tea Fields and meet local artists
Tea Fields & Village Painting Workshop - Kyoto Mountains Region
The ranges to the north of Kyoto are home to the famous tea plantations of this region. We have a private bus to take us deep into the country side to an area that is very picturesque and stop in a village to visit a local artist at his studio. Here we spend some time painting and sketching the village houses and hills beyond before we head off to visit the tea plantations.
Shigeru our local artist has lived here for many years and is very well know throughout the region. Shigeru takes us to his favourite painting spots for some pictures before we head off for a super Bento Box luncheon at the village gardens to enjoy the autumn scenery. A quick stop at the local cafe for some shopping - tea pots tea and other hand craft produced in the village, then head back to Kyoto.
An outstanding adventure day well worth the visit and something completely different.
Included in our Luxury Package - Date shown on our itinerary
The ranges to the north of Kyoto are home to the famous tea plantations of this region. We have a private bus to take us deep into the country side to an area that is very picturesque and stop in a village to visit a local artist at his studio. Here we spend some time painting and sketching the village houses and hills beyond before we head off to visit the tea plantations.
Shigeru our local artist has lived here for many years and is very well know throughout the region. Shigeru takes us to his favourite painting spots for some pictures before we head off for a super Bento Box luncheon at the village gardens to enjoy the autumn scenery. A quick stop at the local cafe for some shopping - tea pots tea and other hand craft produced in the village, then head back to Kyoto.
An outstanding adventure day well worth the visit and something completely different.
Included in our Luxury Package - Date shown on our itinerary