Naritasan Calligraphy Museum Tours and Activities

Naritasan Calligraphy Museum
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Find out how Japanese handwriting has evolved over the centuries via the many works of calligraphy and rubbings and short films on the art form.

Adorning the grassy mound of an urban park, the Naritasan Calligraphy Museum is a fascinating complex dedicated to the art of lettering and writing. Its exhibits showcase exquisite examples of both historic and contemporary Japanese inscriptions. Make your way through the displays, studying the impressive and diverse handwriting styles.

Arrive outside the museum and admire its traditional stone façade, which is surrounded by the dense vegetation of Naritasan Park. Inside the complex, gaze up immediately at the tall rectangular calligraphy display in the main hall. With a long and very clear text, the exhibit is 44 feet (13 meters) tall and has been rubbed from Edo-era carvings in the rock face of Mount Tai, a revered place in China.

Study the intriguing markings made by people in the 17th century and compare them to modern-day examples of calligraphy. Many works decorate the walls, while rare or particularly valuable examples are kept in glass cases. Through the short films on the form of writing and the major calligraphy works from the late Edo period, learn about the significance of this handwriting expertise in Japanese culture. Browse the array of stationery and art utensils available for purchase at the souvenir stall.

Stroll through the museum garden and marvel at the various monuments displaying Japanese symbols amid the trees and shrubbery. Set down a blanket for a peaceful picnic beside one of Naritasan Park’s three ponds, near wisteria, maples and cherry trees.

The museum first opened in 1992. It welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday from morning until afternoon. There is an entrance fee ask for discounts available for children. For an extra fee, join a calligraphy class to create a unique work of art.

The Naritasan Calligraphy Museum is located in the northeastern corner of Naritasan Park. From Narita Station, it’s a 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) walk north to reach the musuem. Explore the surroundings for other gems such as Kaizando Hall, the Naritasan Shinshoji Temple and Komyo-do Hall.

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