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Calligraphy (Shodo)

The art of writing Japanese characters with a brush and ink, often practiced in preparation for writing messages or prayers during Obon. It requires focus and precision.

Learned at
Obon Festival
Japan · August 2026
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Japanese Calligraphy Tutorial: 4 Basic Lines (Beginners) | Rie Takeda | Domestika English
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Japanese Calligraphy Tutorial: 4 Basic Lines (Beginners) | Rie Takeda | Domestika English

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