{"id":6097,"date":"2022-01-13T22:46:30","date_gmt":"2022-01-13T22:46:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/japan\/the-art-of-japanese-calligraphy-shodo\/"},"modified":"2022-01-13T22:46:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-13T22:46:30","slug":"the-art-of-japanese-calligraphy-shodo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/japan\/the-art-of-japanese-calligraphy-shodo\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Japanese Calligraphy: Shod\u014d"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"practice Japanese calligraphy\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/practicar-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/practicar-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"practice Japanese calligraphy\"  \/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>Would you like to know more about <strong>Japanese calligraphy?<\/strong> You have come to the right place!  Writing in any language can become an art.  However, in no country is it taken as seriously as in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>Known as Shod\u014d, Japanese calligraphy is <strong>one of the most popular traditional arts<\/strong> from the Japanese country, practiced by thousands of Japanese of all ages.<\/p>\n<p>Shodo begins to be practiced in childhood, being a <strong>compulsory subject in all schools in Japan<\/strong>.  Young people interested in continuing to perfect this art have the possibility of continuing in a private school to become true professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Japanese calligraphy has a great cultural component within Japan, but also outside its borders.  With <strong>origin in Buddhist-Zen religion<\/strong>, offers multiple physical and mental benefits for those who practice it.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18028\" title=\"type of japanese shodo writing\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"type of japanese shodo writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"407\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tipo-de-escritura-japonesa-shodo-1024x694.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18028\" title=\"type of japanese shodo writing\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tipo-de-escritura-japonesa-shodo-1024x694.jpg\" alt=\"type of japanese shodo writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"407\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Would you like to learn Japanese calligraphy?  You're thinking about <strong>do a Shod\u014d course from home<\/strong>?  Find out everything you need to know about traditional Japanese writing, what materials you need, and the different styles of calligraphy that exist.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">In this article you will find ...<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"\/><\/span><\/div>\n<nav\/><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_es_el_Shodo\"><strong>What is Shod\u014d?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Translated from Japanese as <em><strong>'path of writing'<\/strong><\/em>, Shod\u014d is an art of Buddhist-Zen origin that helps those who practice it to find the path of self-knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>Japanese calligraphy is based on the <strong>simplicity and beauty<\/strong>, making some ink strokes on the paper that must follow specific guidelines.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18038\" title=\"history of japanese shodo\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"history of japanese shodo\" width=\"600\" height=\"455\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/historia-del-shodo-japones.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18038\" title=\"history of japanese shodo\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/historia-del-shodo-japones.jpg\" alt=\"history of japanese shodo\" width=\"600\" height=\"455\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>This was <strong>introduced from China in the 6th century<\/strong>, through the copying and transcription of Chinese texts by the <strong>first japanese buddhist monks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>During the <strong>Heian period in Japan<\/strong>, Chinese characters changed to become the kanji-style script used in the country today.<\/p>\n<p>Still, the art of writing developed much more in Japan, where artists specialized in mastering a few<strong> certain techniques and styles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18033\" title=\"how to learn japanese calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"how to learn japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"404\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/como-aprender-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18033\" title=\"how to learn japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/como-aprender-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"how to learn japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"404\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>This ancient art goes far beyond the writing of characters on paper. <strong>Calligraphers express their emotions and passions<\/strong> with strokes that cannot be corrected when they have been captured on paper.<\/p>\n<p>They give their full attention to the task they are doing,<strong> clearing the mind of any other thoughts<\/strong>, while meditating much more deeply with the flow of the ink.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Principales_estilos_de_caligrafia_japonesa\"><strong>Main styles of Japanese calligraphy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since its inception, the old guidelines that were established at the time to <strong>develop Japanese writing<\/strong> they continue to be maintained.<\/p>\n<p>However, there are <strong>various main calligraphy styles<\/strong>, which vary in some details to achieve a different end result.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Quick Adsense WordPress Plugin: http:\/\/quickadsense.com\/ --><\/p>\n<p>Depending on the chosen calligraphy style, the same kanji can <strong>have very varied shapes<\/strong>, although the meaning is the same.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kaisho\"><strong>Kaisho<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The kaisho style or regular script is the most correct form of Japanese writing.  Is a <strong>calligraphy with a more square style<\/strong>, respecting the shape and spaces of each of the strokes in each word.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18040\" title=\"regular japanese kaisho script\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"regular japanese kaisho script\" width=\"600\" height=\"388\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escritura-regular-japonesa-kaisho-1024x661.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18040\" title=\"regular japanese kaisho script\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escritura-regular-japonesa-kaisho-1024x661.jpg\" alt=\"regular japanese kaisho script\" width=\"600\" height=\"388\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>This is the <strong>first phase that students go through<\/strong> of this art from Japan.  Once the representation of the kanji with ink and brush on paper has been mastered, it is possible to continue towards the rest of the more artistic styles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gyosho\"><strong>Gyosho<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The gyosho style, or 'movement writing', is somewhat less formal, and has a <strong>semi-cursive style<\/strong> which makes the kanji not look so square.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18041\" title=\"gyosho calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"gyosho calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"413\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/caligrafia-gyosho.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18041\" title=\"gyosho calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/caligrafia-gyosho.jpg\" alt=\"gyosho calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"413\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><strong>The stroke has greater fluidity<\/strong>, although the lines must follow the same direction to be able to do a correct writing.<\/p>\n<p>Students gradually learn to make longer strokes, following a certain rhythm when writing. <strong>The brush lifts less<\/strong>, but the reading is easily readable, with a stylish look.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sosho\"><strong><span id=\"kaisho-sosho-y-gyosho-lo-tres-estilos-de-caligrafia-principales\">S\u014dsho<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The sosho on the other hand is a much more complicated style to read, since it is a calligraphy in which<strong> the characters are united in a single stroke<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18043\" title=\"characteristics of japanese art\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"characteristics of japanese art\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/caracteristicas-del-arte-japones-1024x685.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18043\" title=\"characteristics of japanese art\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/caracteristicas-del-arte-japones-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"characteristics of japanese art\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>It is known as<strong> 'writing in the grass'<\/strong>as it is described as the movement of the wind blowing through grass in nature.<\/p>\n<p>This abstract style is <strong>very difficult to master<\/strong>, since it has a great artistic component and requires a lot of practice.  Not all people are trained to be able to master it, so that they can write an easily readable text.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otros_estilos_de_caligrafia_japonesa\"><strong>Other styles of Japanese calligraphy<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In addition to these more basic Japanese calligraphy styles, there are many others that <strong>have become obsolete<\/strong> or are used to a lesser extent.<\/p>\n<p>Some of<strong> the best known are Tensho and Reischo<\/strong>, with its own peculiarities when using them.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tensho\"><strong>Tensho<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The tensho style is used for the <strong>hanko stamp creation<\/strong>, with which the calligraphies are usually signed once they are finished.  Each artist has his own stamp, although a specialized person is in charge of the manufacture of these.<\/p>\n<p>For stamps the calligraphy style is much less refined.  Ancient-looking characters are used, with<strong> thick and simple lines<\/strong> to make it easier to get onto the paper by dipping the stamp in ink.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18044\" title=\"tensho japanese calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"tensho japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"382\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tensho-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18044\" title=\"tensho japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tensho-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"tensho japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"382\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Unlike the black ink used by artists to make Japanese calligraphy, finished works <strong>are stamped with red ink<\/strong> made with mercury sulfide.<\/p>\n<p>This detail is of great importance since<strong> the red color contrasts with the black of the ink<\/strong> and the white of the paper, reaching visual perfection.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reisho\"><strong>Reisho<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The reisho style was widely used in the Edo period, and is becoming increasingly obsolete.  This in turn <strong>It is divided into two sub-styles, the Korei and the Hanrei<\/strong>, characterized by thick, rough and very simple lines, in the purest style of ancient Japanese calligraphy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18076\" title=\"type of japanese calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"type of japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"397\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tipo-de-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18076\" title=\"type of japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tipo-de-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"type of japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"397\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Today they can be seen in <strong>some traditional shop signs and signs<\/strong>.  Unfortunately, it is falling into oblivion, and fewer and fewer artists are using it.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes they can be found<strong> several of these styles mixed<\/strong> in the same work.  As the artist sees it, during your meditation you practice whatever technique you need to clear and open your mind.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Material_para_practicar_Shodo\"><strong>Material to practice Shod\u014d<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the very particular typeface that Japanese calligraphy represents, there are <strong>many other peculiarities<\/strong> that make it so peculiar.<\/p>\n<p>One of them is the type of materials that are required, <strong>unknown outside of Japan<\/strong>, although many have Chinese origin.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18047\" title=\"calligraphy material japanese\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"material for japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"691\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/material-para-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18047\" title=\"material for japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/material-para-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"material for japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"691\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>In any workshop, every artist has <strong>4 items that are absolutely essential<\/strong>, and other accessories that may vary.<\/p>\n<p>The main ones are known as the <strong>'four treasures of the study'<\/strong>, and they are the following, take note!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Papel_para_caligrafia\"><strong>Calligraphy paper<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Japanese calligraphy paper can be <strong>made from rice fiber or mulberry leaves<\/strong>, known as washi paper.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18048\" title=\"japanese calligraphy paper\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"japanese calligraphy paper\" width=\"500\" height=\"649\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/papel-de-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18048\" title=\"japanese calligraphy paper\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/papel-de-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"japanese calligraphy paper\" width=\"500\" height=\"649\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy Paper<\/p>\n<p>The pulp of the mulberry leaf is more resistant, so it is usually used <strong>for important works<\/strong> or for large sheets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pincel\"><strong>Brush<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Known in Japanese as <em>fude<\/em>, is a type of brush formed by a <strong>bamboo handle and natural animal hair bristles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18050\" title=\"japanese fude brushes\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"japanese fude brushes\" width=\"600\" height=\"391\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/pinceles-fude-japoneses.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18050\" title=\"japanese fude brushes\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/pinceles-fude-japoneses.jpg\" alt=\"japanese fude brushes\" width=\"600\" height=\"391\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy Brushes<\/p>\n<p>There are different sizes, <strong>thinner or thicker<\/strong>, but usually they all have a rounded shape.  Measurements S and L are valid to begin with.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tinta\"><strong>ink<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The ink, or <em>sumi<\/em>, You can come <strong>in stick or liquid format<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18052\" title=\"buy japanese ink online\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"buy japanese ink online\" width=\"600\" height=\"461\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/comprar-tinta-japonesa-online.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18052\" title=\"buy japanese ink online\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/comprar-tinta-japonesa-online.jpg\" alt=\"buy japanese ink online\" width=\"600\" height=\"461\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy Ink<\/p>\n<p>Used<strong> always black<\/strong>, traditionally made with pine soot compacted with a natural glue of animal origin.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tintero\"><strong>Inkwell<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The inkwell o <em>suzuri<\/em> is the last element of great importance in the Shod\u014d, since in it <strong>ink is deposited to wet the brush<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18055\" title=\"inkwell japanese calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"inkwell japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"556\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tintero-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18055\" title=\"inkwell japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tintero-caligrafia-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"inkwell japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"556\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy Inkwell<\/p>\n<p>It has shape of <strong>small tray made with volcanic stone<\/strong>, whose base is rough to file the ink stick <em>sumi<\/em> and mix it with water.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otros_materiales_de_caligrafia\"><strong>Other calligraphy materials<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>In addition to these materials, there are <strong>other accessories<\/strong> used by both experts and students of traditional Japanese calligraphy:<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Esterilla_de_bambu\"><strong>Bamboo mat<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Call <strong><em>fudegaki<\/em><\/strong>It is a mat very similar to the one used in the kitchen to roll up maki.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18059 size-full\" title=\"bamboo mat for brushes\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"bamboo mat for brushes\" width=\"500\" height=\"523\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/esterilla-de-bambu-para-pinceles.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18059 size-full\" title=\"bamboo mat for brushes\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/esterilla-de-bambu-para-pinceles.jpg\" alt=\"bamboo mat for brushes\" width=\"500\" height=\"523\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy Mat<\/p>\n<p>It serves<strong> to store brushes<\/strong>, rolling it up to close like a case.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Quick Adsense WordPress Plugin: http:\/\/quickadsense.com\/ --><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jarra\"><strong>Jug<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>This little jug, or <strong><em>mizusashi<\/em><\/strong>, it is always on hand with a little <strong>water to mix with ink<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pano\"><strong>Cloth<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Placed just below the paper<\/strong> he always puts on a cloth called <strong><em>shitajiki<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Act <strong>as a tablecloth<\/strong> to avoid staining the table if ink seeps through the paper.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18060\" title=\"japanese calligraphy material\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"japanese calligraphy material\" width=\"600\" height=\"457\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/material-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x780.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18060\" title=\"japanese calligraphy material\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/material-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x780.jpg\" alt=\"japanese calligraphy material\" width=\"600\" height=\"457\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pisapapeles\"><strong>Paperweight<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Called <em>bunchin<\/em>, the function of the paperweight is to <strong>keep the blade in place<\/strong> while practicing writing.<\/p>\n<p>Has <strong>elongated stone shape<\/strong>, and is used on the top of the paper to hold it properly.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reposapincel\"><strong>Brush rest<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Next to the inkwell is usually placed a<strong><em>  fudeoki<\/em> <\/strong>or rest brush that <strong>prevents stains on the table<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sello_japones\"><strong>Japanese stamp<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Finally, each author usually has his own <strong><em>rakkan shirushi<\/em> or personal seal<\/strong>, with which they sign their work when they finish using red ink.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18061 size-full\" title=\"rakkan shirushi japanese stamp\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"rakkan shirushi japanese stamp\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/rakkan-shirushi-sello-japones.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18061 size-full\" title=\"rakkan shirushi japanese stamp\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/rakkan-shirushi-sello-japones.jpg\" alt=\"rakkan shirushi japanese stamp\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_practicar_Shodo_correctamente\"><strong>How to practice Shod\u014d correctly?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To correctly learn how to practice Shod\u014d, we recommend that you do <strong>some Japanese calligraphy course<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Carrying out this technique is <strong>very difficult to explain<\/strong>, since it requires following many guidelines.  The Japanese are experts because from a very young age they teach some basic notions at school.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18035\" title=\"shodo japanese calligraphy pdf\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"shodo japanese calligraphy pdf\" width=\"600\" height=\"439\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shodo-caligrafia-japonesa-pdf-1024x749.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18035\" title=\"shodo japanese calligraphy pdf\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/shodo-caligrafia-japonesa-pdf-1024x749.jpg\" alt=\"shodo japanese calligraphy pdf\" width=\"600\" height=\"439\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>In general, in order to do Japanese calligraphy, the position of the body must be taken into account, with the <strong>stretched back and keeping a little space between it and the backrest<\/strong> of the chair.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Shodo - El Arte de la Caligraf\u00eda Japonesa\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IPdPgifM3XQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>The arm that holds the brush never rests on the table.  This must always be high to be able to handle the brush freely, keeping the <strong>elbow at wrist height<\/strong> or above this.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18036\" title=\"Japanese letters and their meaning in Spanish\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"Japanese letters and their meaning in Spanish\" width=\"600\" height=\"461\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/letras-japonesas-y-su-significado-en-espanol.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18036\" title=\"Japanese letters and their meaning in Spanish\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/letras-japonesas-y-su-significado-en-espanol.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese letters and their meaning in Spanish\" width=\"600\" height=\"461\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>In some types of meditation, the artists remain seated on their knees <strong>on the tatami<\/strong>, or directly stands if it is a large sheet of paper.<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_aprender_caligrafia_japonesa\"><b>Where to learn Japanese calligraphy<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you have an interest in Japanese calligraphy and the <strong>possibility of traveling to Japan<\/strong>Without a doubt, the best option to learn how to handle it is to take a course in your country of origin.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18037\" title=\"where can i learn japanese calligraphy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"where can i learn japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"406\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/donde-puedo-aprender-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x693.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18037\" title=\"where can i learn japanese calligraphy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/donde-puedo-aprender-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x693.jpg\" alt=\"where can i learn japanese calligraphy\" width=\"600\" height=\"406\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>In Japan there are many<strong> schools that teach the Japanese art of Shod\u014d<\/strong>, through the teachings of the best qualified teachers and artists.  They are not exactly cheap, but in no time you will learn to do all types of Japanese calligraphy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taller_de_Shodo_gratis_online\"><strong>Free online Shod\u014d workshop<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another much cheaper and easier option, which you can do from home, is to follow the <strong>online calligraphy course published in Casa Asia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Completely free, this Japanese Shodo course has <strong>various explanatory videos<\/strong> in which a teacher shows the use of materials and the elaboration of different kanji.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"1\/5 Aprende caligraf\u00eda japonesa Shodo: LIBERTAD #QuedateEnCasa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DfunhlhkBAg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><br \/>\n<noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2\/5 Aprende caligraf\u00eda japonesa Shodo: SOLIDARIDAD #QuedateEnCasa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d41pGuNj5_M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><br \/>\n<noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"3\/5 Aprende caligraf\u00eda japonesa Shodo: TRANQUILIDAD #QuedateEnCasa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MAfewY4LaU8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><br \/>\n<noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"4\/5 Aprende caligraf\u00eda japonesa Shodo: CIELO AZUL #QuedateEnCasa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YbxY46hSMU8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><br \/>\n<noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5\/5 Aprende caligraf\u00eda japonesa Shodo: SALUD #QuedateEnCasa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hqh8bvNLNBA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><strong>Practicing the exercises several times<\/strong> Until you achieve perfection, and increasing the level of difficulty, you will also master all the styles of writing in Japanese.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here<\/strong> to access the full course and all the challenges.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Curso_de_introduccion_a_la_caligrafia_japonesa\"><strong>Introductory course to Japanese calligraphy<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Something more complete, and also very economical, is the <strong>introductory course in Japanese calligraphy<\/strong> that is taught in the <strong>Dom\u00e9stika website<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18029\" title=\"Japanese calligraphy classes\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"Japanese calligraphy classes\" width=\"600\" height=\"372\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clases-de-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x635.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18029\" title=\"Japanese calligraphy classes\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clases-de-caligrafia-japonesa-1024x635.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese calligraphy classes\" width=\"600\" height=\"372\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>With a purpose of mastering meditation rather than writing, this comprehensive course explains <strong>the origins and different techniques<\/strong> so that you feel a good foundation.<\/p>\n<p>Like the rest of Dom\u00e9stika's courses, in its content you will find theoretical and practical training given online by the teacher, and a <strong>final project to receive the corresponding qualification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CURSO ONLINE Shodo: introducci\u00f3n a la caligraf\u00eda japonesa de Rie Takeda\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wpPk7al7WS4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>It is available in several languages, <strong>including spanish<\/strong>, so you will have no problem to follow it step by step.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18030\" title=\"shodo japanese calligraphy course\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"shodo japanese calligraphy course\" width=\"600\" height=\"402\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/curso-de-caligrafia-japonesa-shodo.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18030\" title=\"shodo japanese calligraphy course\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/curso-de-caligrafia-japonesa-shodo.jpg\" alt=\"shodo japanese calligraphy course\" width=\"600\" height=\"402\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><strong>You also do not need to have previous experience<\/strong>, and the teacher will tell you where to get the necessary materials before starting.  Get a <strong>10% discount<\/strong> With the code <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>JAPONALTERNATIVE-10<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18424\" title=\"discount coupon domestika japan alternative\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"discount coupon domestika japan alternative\" width=\"600\" height=\"316\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cupon-descuento-domestika-japon-alternativo-1024x539.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18424\" title=\"discount coupon domestika japan alternative\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cupon-descuento-domestika-japon-alternativo-1024x539.jpg\" alt=\"discount coupon domestika japan alternative\" width=\"600\" height=\"316\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the 10% on your course, you can also benefit from these other <strong>exclusive discount coupons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>\u20ac 5 \/ $ 5 \/ MX $ 85 coupon<\/b><\/span><br \/>Code:  <b><span style=\"color: #000000;\">CREATE-PROMO1<\/span><\/b><br \/>Valid for purchases over \u20ac 20, $ 20 or MX $ 339.  This coupon cannot be combined with other coupons and is not effective when purchasing Packs or Domestika PRO.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>Coupon of \u20ac 10 \/ $ 10 \/ MX $ 169<\/b><\/span><br \/>Code:  <b><span style=\"color: #000000;\">CREATE-PROMO2<\/span><\/b><br \/>Valid for purchases over \u20ac 30, $ 30 or MX $ 499.  This coupon cannot be combined with other coupons and is not effective when purchasing Packs or Domestika PRO. <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">See Full Course<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recursos_para_practicar_caligrafia_japonesa\"><b>Resources for practicing Japanese calligraphy<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Are you still looking <strong>more material to get started<\/strong> in the history of Japanese calligraphy on your own?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18012\" title=\"ancient japanese writing\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"ancient japanese writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"473\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escritura-japonesa-antigua.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18012\" title=\"ancient japanese writing\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escritura-japonesa-antigua.jpg\" alt=\"ancient japanese writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"473\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>There are <strong>some recommended books<\/strong> that you can read to start practicing as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"title\" class=\"a-spacing-none a-text-normal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Escritura_Japonesa_Cuaderno_Genkouyoushi\"><strong\/><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>One of them is the '<em><strong>Genkouyoushi notebook to practice Japanese calligraphy '<\/strong><\/em>.  A recommended book with a very competitive price.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18000 size-full\" title=\"origin and history of Japanese writing\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"origin and history of Japanese writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/origen-e-historia-de-la-escritura-japonesa.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18000 size-full\" title=\"origin and history of Japanese writing\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/origen-e-historia-de-la-escritura-japonesa.jpg\" alt=\"origin and history of Japanese writing\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>This comprehensive notebook includes <strong>Katakana, Hiragana, Kana and Kanji exercises<\/strong>, with which to learn the Japanese alphabet and the order in which the strokes are given for each kanji.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy book<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lets_Kana_Cuaderno_de_aprendizaje_de_escritura_japonesa\"><strong>Let's Kana!  Japanese writing learning notebook<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Another recommended calligraphy notebook for students is the <em><strong>'Let's Kana!'<\/strong><\/em>, from the series 'Let's Kaku'.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18001 size-full\" title=\"write my name in japanese\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"write my name in japanese\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escribir-mi-nombre-en-japones.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18001 size-full\" title=\"write my name in japanese\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/escribir-mi-nombre-en-japones.jpg\" alt=\"write my name in japanese\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Translated into Spanish by FJ Marcos Su\u00e1rez, this book is focused on the practice of writing for <strong>learn Hiragana and Katakana<\/strong> without having to have prior notions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buy book<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kira_Teachings\"><strong>Kira Teachings<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>We also recommend the Japanese writing sheets with which to practice Japanese calligraphy, which you will totally find <strong>free on the Kira Teachings blog<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This Japanese teacher, of Spanish origin and living in Japan for many years, shares <strong>multiple educational resources<\/strong> with his students to learn spoken and written Japanese.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18032\" title=\"kira sensei hair\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"kira sensei hair\" width=\"600\" height=\"350\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/kira-sensei-pelo-1024x597.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18032\" title=\"kira sensei hair\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/kira-sensei-pelo-1024x597.jpg\" alt=\"kira sensei hair\" width=\"600\" height=\"350\"  \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Besides being one of the <strong>best Youtube channels from Japan<\/strong>, his blog also contains many resources, templates, and printable tabs, such as the <strong>Hiragana and Katakana course<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here<\/strong> to download and print the templates for free.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you know more about the <strong>history of japanese calligraphy<\/strong>, and where to find the best material to start learning Shod\u014d from home, you have no excuse not to get down to work.  Do you dare to take the step?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Quick Adsense WordPress Plugin: http:\/\/quickadsense.com\/ --><\/p>\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-wrap\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"author\">\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-gravatar\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" alt=\"Pili rodriguez\" class=\"avatar avatar-100 wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-100 alignnone photo\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Pili-Rodriguez-de-Jap\u00f3n-Alternativo-150x150.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/enorcerna.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Pili-Rodriguez-de-Jap\u00f3n-Alternativo-150x150.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" alt=\"Pili rodriguez\" class=\"avatar avatar-100 wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-100 alignnone photo\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<div class=\"saboxplugin-desc\">\n<div itemprop=\"description\">\n<p>Passionate about travel and completely in love with Japan.  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