Explore, experience and savor more
Epic Art Holiday in Kyoto, Osaka & Nara, 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 what Japan has to offer.
Here is what we have come up with for you.
Epic Art Holiday in Kyoto, Osaka & Nara, 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 what Japan has to offer.
Here is what we have come up with for you.
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 the famous Shinto shrine Fushimi Inari.
Such a great day with a talented teacher in the traditional methods of Japanese Sumi-E Calligraphy.
Rates are $155 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 the famous Shinto shrine Fushimi Inari.
Such a great day with a talented teacher in the traditional methods of Japanese Sumi-E Calligraphy.
Rates are $155 per person.
Night Life Dining Adventure - Gion District, Kyoto
A culinary night to experience a variety of restaurants and eateries around the famously notorious 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 famously notorious 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)