I remember when I first started to visit Calligraphy exhibitions with a friend, he would always comment on every piece of calligraphy that we looked at together. Unless there was a ribbon which meant that it had won an award from the organization or it was done by a teacher, he would say, “The calligraphy is weak.” At one exhibition I saw a lovely kana scroll and time stood still. Kana script is my favourite. I guess I was looking at it for a long time because he came over and asked what I … [Read more...]
How Calligraphy Clubs are Making the World a Better Place
Many universities in Japan have a Calligraphy Clubs led by students, and many students learn Calligraphy as club activities. Hosei University also has a Calligraphy Club called “Hosei University Shodōkai”. Usually, a University Calligraphy Club is only for students enrolled in that university. But Hosei University Shodōkai is so unique and intercollegiate. It accepts not only Hosei University students but also other university students in Tokyo. Now, over 50 members learn calligraphy … [Read more...]
Review of Snoopy Japanesque
When I decided to come to Japan for a year (18 years ago), I had no idea how much this country suits my personality. However, it did not take me long to notice how important cuteness is in Japanese culture. So I can easily see why Snoopy is so well-loved here. The Snoopy Japanesque exhibit was held at Hankyu Department store in Umeda. I made a date to go with my darling husband and when I saw the works, I was so moved that I had to fight hard to retain my composure, for fear of embarrassing … [Read more...]
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