"Orizuru classes include a little language, lots of Japanese culture including calligraphy, origami & cooking
and plenty of travel tips and hints in a fun inclusive environment."
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Calligraphy 書道
Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) is artistic writing of the Japanese language using white paper, a bamboo brush and black ink. Zen calligraphy is practice by Buddhist monks. To write Zen calligraphy with mastery, one must clear one's mind and let the letters flow. Shodo is one form of Zen practice, a form of Japanese meditation. It is to transfer your spirit, soul, harmony and beauty to paper. Learn more.
"Experience Japanese Calligraphy (shodo) - An Introductory Course"
Introduction to calligraphy tools & usage
Using the brush
Putting the brush into practice
Making your own name stamp
Practice your favorite Kanji (Japanese character)
Finishing your Kanji and presenting it for home decoration.
This Kanji character means 'Dream'.
During our introductory course, you can make your own seal or name stamp. This makes your art work so special.
End of our introductory course, you can take home your art work like this ! It will give your home some Japanese styling.
Japanese calligraphy, Shodo, is one form of ZEN meditation practice. It is to transfer your spirit, soul, harmony and beauty to the paper.
Origami おりがみ
Learn how to create Origami. Flat paper to beautiful art! Origami is popular these days not only with Japanese people but also with people from all over the world. By folding a simple square piece of paper create animals, birds, fish, geometric shapes, puppets, toys and many more. The most well known origami design is the crane. In Japan, the crane is called “ORIZURU” and symbolizes good fortune and longevity because of its fabled life span of a thousand years. Learn more.
Itinerary Planning 旅行計画
Wants some help planning your Japan holiday itinerary? Let us help you. We know the places to visit, the things to do and the season to do it. Cherry blossoms, fall leaves, winter snow activities, summer activities including camping and hiking in some of the most beautiful parts of the country.
Cooking 日本食
One of the most healthy and popular Japanese dishes is SUSHI! Once you know how to make it you can have it at home whenever you wish. Sushi is not the only dish you can learn to make and enjoy at home or take to parties. Orizuru can teach you to make a wide range of food including the very popular Japanese food "Gyoza".
Orizuru School Classes
CHILDCARE - KINDERGARTEN - PRIMARY SCHOOL - HIGH SCHOOL
Aya & Chika work with schools in Brisbane alongside teachers to share their love of shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) and origami with students. Origami and shodo are fun activities but have health benefits associated with them as well. For young and old, healthy or recovering from illness, origami and shodo can help with relaxation, helps develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and mental concentration. If you would like more information on our school-based classes, please contact us on the below link.
Childcare & Kindergarten
AGE 3-5
Japanese language
Arts & crafts
Origami
Calligraphy
Story time & games
Primary & High School
AGE 6-17
Japanese language
Arts & crafts
Origami
Calligraphy
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Community Programs
RETIREMENT VILLAGES - REHABILITATION CENTRES - RESTAURANTS - SOCIAL GROUPS
Aya & Chika work in the community in Brisbane to share their love of shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) and origami. Origami and shodo are fun activities but have health benefits associated with them as well. For young and old, healthy or recovering from illness, origami and shodo can help with relaxation, helps develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and mental concentration to name just a few. If you would like more information on our classes, please contact us on the below link.