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Calligraphy Experience Workshop in Hiratsuka

Join our Calligraphy Experience Workshop in Hiratsuka, designed for visitors who love Japanese culture.
Calligraphy artist MADARA transforms your English name into beautiful kanji using his unique Hisseki-jutsu Shodo, a combination of calligraphy and Hisseki-jutsu. This one-of-a-kind technique is believed to enhance fortune and is performed only by MADARA, creating hanging scrolls, T-shirts, and other items.
The hanging scroll is gifted as a keepsake of your experience, while other items make perfect souvenirs or meaningful gifts. You can also enjoy exploring the sights of Shonan and Hiratsuka during your visit.
International Brand ‘KANJI TOKYO’

KANJI TOKYO is a brand offering calligraphy experiences, original goods, and custom-made artworks by calligraphy artist MADARA.
We transform English names and words into beautiful kanji using MADARA’s unique Hisseki-jutsu Shodo, a combination of calligraphy and Hisseki-jutsu. This one-of-a-kind technique, believed to enhance fortune, is performed only by MADARA and is applied to T-shirts, hanging scrolls, and other items, as well as custom artworks.
Our beginner-friendly workshops let anyone enjoy Japanese calligraphy, and each piece makes a perfect gift or a memorable souvenir from Japan.
Custom Japanese Calligraphy Art by MADARA

At KANJI TOKYO, calligraphy artist MADARA carefully creates each custom-made calligraphy artwork.
Names, personal mottos, and corporate messages are transformed into striking kanji using MADARA’s unique Hisseki-jutsu Shodo, a one-of-a-kind technique combining calligraphy and Hisseki-jutsu. This method brings the meaning behind the words to life while enhancing fortune, and it is performed only by MADARA.
Each piece can be framed as elegant home décor or given as a heartfelt gift. Every artwork is truly one-of-a-kind, crafted to be a special treasure.

About KANJI TOKYO -漢字東京-
KANJI TOKYO is a Japanese brand dedicated to transforming your name into a unique piece of calligraphy art.
Calligraphy artist MADARA thoughtfully interprets names into meaningful kanji characters believed to bring good fortune.
Through the beauty of calligraphy and sumi-e ink painting, we aim to share the richness of Japanese tradition with the world.

About KANJI TOKYO -漢字東京-
KANJI TOKYO is a Japanese brand dedicated to transforming your name into a unique piece of calligraphy art.
Calligraphy artist MADARA thoughtfully interprets names into meaningful kanji characters believed to bring good fortune.
Through the beauty of calligraphy and sumi-e ink painting, we aim to share the richness of Japanese tradition with the world.
Exploring the World of KANJI TOKYO
Calligraphy Artist MADARA

He is the only Hisseki-jutsu calligrapher in Japan.Since the age of five, MADARA has studied calligraphy and developed his own unique style that incorporates Hisseki-jutsu. He has created approximately 800,000 pieces including naming calligraphy and sumi-e paintings. Currently, he continues to create art focused on names and meaningful words under KANJI TOKYO.
What is “Hisseki-jutsu”?

Handwriting reflects one’s personality and psychology, and there is a field called graphology that analyzes this. Hisseki-jutsu is a technique where the way of writing characters is intentionally changed to bring oneself closer to their ideal self and improve their luck.
What is Japanese Calligraphy?

Originating from the tradition of sutra copying, Japanese calligraphy is still cherished today as a way to calm the mind and as a form of art. The lines and spaces embody Japanese aesthetics, and the practice continues to be learned and appreciated by many.
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Crafort Co.,Ltd. specializes in planning, creating, selling, and exporting original kanji products.
The company is also engaged in e-commerce management and product development.