# Event Details - **Event Name**: Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 04 Jan, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun, 04 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Think you can follow a calligraphy sensei's instructions in Japanese? Join us for a beginners ink lesson for intermediate/advanced speakers!About this EventWelcome the New Year with kakizome (書き初め) - the traditional first calligraphy of the year.Kakkoii Social Japanese Club is excited to welcome , a Japanese calligraphy instructor, for a special hands-on workshop conducted entirely in Japanese. Your host @KiaraNYCjp will be going around the room ensuring everyone understands the instructions and translating when necessary!In this session, participants will:Learn the basics of Japanese calligraphy (shodō)Practice brush technique, stroke order, and balanceCreate their own kakizome piece to mark the New Year with intentionThis workshop is designed to be both cultural and linguistic, offering a rare opportunity to study Japanese through an authentic art form.? Language LevelThis event will be conducted in Japanese and is best suited for:Intermediate to advanced learners of JapaneseNative or heritage Japanese speakersTo support participants, a vocabulary list of key words and phrases commonly used during the lesson will be sent out in advance.? What’s IncludedEach ticket includes:A guided calligraphy lesson with SEICHO-sanAll calligraphy materials (brush, ink, paper, etc.)One free café drink*Your completed kakizome to take home☕ VenueThe workshop will be held at Cafe O’Te - a space built with creativity and Japanese artistry in mind - a perfect place for slowing down and welcoming the New Year with focus and calm.⚠️ NotesSpace is limited to ensure individual guidance.Ink may stain - please dress accordingly.No prior calligraphy experience is required, but Japanese comprehension is strongly recommended.We start promptly at 10:30am, so please arrive at 10am to order your drink/food and settle in.-----Kakkoii Social Japanese Club is where native Japanese speakers and serious learners meet, connect and grow.We create opportunities for long-lasting knowledge and friendships through hands-on events, pop culture workshops and meaningful exchanges.Whether you're here for the 会話 (kaiwa) or the カルチャー (karuchā), KSJ Club is where learners become speakers and community makes it fun.*Available drinks are at the discretion of the venue - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brooklyn/kakizome-a-new-years-calligraphy-lesson-in-japanese-by-ksj-club/100001978069231319 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 40, max: 40, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Brooklyn - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Cafe O'Te by HOUSE Brooklyn - **lat**: 40.7245089 - **long**: -73.9539175 - **full address**: Cafe O'Te by HOUSE Brooklyn, 38 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/127c34a73757e31160eac19b615a6a6af779c70f76e5666a1d582c9a69e4480a-rimg-w1080-h1920-dc60462e-gmir.jpg?v=1766040353 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club being held? - **A:** Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club takes place on Sun, 04 Jan, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sun, 04 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Cafe O'Te by HOUSE Brooklyn, 38 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club? - **A:** Tickets for Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club are priced at USD 40 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 40Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club? - **A:** Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club is organized by Kakkoii Social Japanese Club. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Kakizome: A New Year's Calligraphy Lesson in Japanese by KSJ Club is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brooklyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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