# Event Details - **Event Name**: Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding’s Cafe – “Hotaru” - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding’s Cafe – “Hotaru” (Fireflies & Bamboo) | Taste the Early Summer of JapanAbout this EventJapanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding's Cafe – "Hotaru"Experience a peaceful and creative afternoon inspired by the magic of Japanese early summer.Hosted by licensed Japanese calligrapher Mare from Japan, this workshop combines traditional Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) and sumi-e ink painting to express one of Japan's most beloved seasonal scenes:? Fireflies dancing around bamboo under the summer night sky.In Japan, fireflies ("Hotaru") symbolize fleeting beauty, tranquility, and the arrival of early summer. Through mindful brush movements and flowing ink, you'll create your own artwork that captures this special atmosphere.Whether you are completely new to calligraphy or already love Japanese culture, this workshop offers a relaxing and memorable experience.? What You Will Experience✨ Learn the basics of Japanese calligraphy✨ Create a seasonal artwork inspired by fireflies and bamboo✨ Explore traditional sumi-e brush techniques✨ Experience the calming and mindful process of working with ink✨ Take home your finished artwork✨ Enjoy a delicious cake and drink at Pudding's Cafe? Included✔ All calligraphy materials✔ Japanese calligraphy and sumi-e instruction✔ One complimentary cake✔ One drink✔ Your completed artwork to take home? Event InformationDate: Tuesday, 23 JuneTime: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PMLocation: Pudding's CafePrice: £30Maximum participants: 8 peopleLevel: Beginners welcome? About the Theme – "Hotaru"In Japan, the beginning of summer is a magical season when tiny fireflies illuminate rivers and forests with their soft golden light.Together with graceful bamboo leaves, they create a scene that has inspired Japanese poetry, paintings, and literature for centuries.Through brush and ink, we will bring this atmosphere to life and create a piece that captures "The Early Summer of Japan" (日本の夏).?? About the InstructorMare is a licensed Japanese calligrapher from Japan and founder of Wayfarer Shodo Edinburgh.His workshops combine traditional Japanese art with mindfulness, creativity, and cultural storytelling, creating a welcoming space where everyone can enjoy the beauty of Japanese culture—one brushstroke at a time. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/japanese-calligraphy-workshop-at-puddings-cafe-hotaru/100001992049127565 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops, literary-art, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30, max: 30, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Pudding’s - **lat**: 55.939325 - **long**: -3.179835 - **full address**: Pudding’s, 98 South Clerk Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding’s Cafe – “Hotaru” - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ff8771a9fac34f70a7a1b5625218fc2f9437344723ac8015dbbb5e95cf29ea31-rimg-w1080-h1920-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781717107 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding s Cafe - Hotaru being held? - **A:** Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding s Cafe - Hotaru takes place on Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Pudding s, 98 South Clerk Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding s Cafe - Hotaru ? - **A:** Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding s Cafe - Hotaru is organized by Wayfarer Shodo Edinburgh. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Pudding s Cafe - Hotaru 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 Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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