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Shakyo (写経) - Japanese Calligraphy with Tea and Sweets at UROKO

  • Springdale General 1023 Springdale Rd. Austin, Texas 78721 USA (map)

TONARI by Uroko - 1023 Springdale Rd Building 1 Suite B Austin, TX 78721

Join us for Shakyo (写経) Japanese Calligraphy with Tea and Sweets at UROKO at Springdale General, a traditional Buddhist practice workshop of tracing sacred sutras
by hand. Guided by Tomoko Hetherington, a Japanese brush calligraphy instructor, this
workshop offers a peaceful space to slow down to connect with centuries-old tradition.

No prior experience is required. Gentle, step-by-step guidance is provided, and all materials are included. Workshop includes:

 Mino washi tracing sheet (Heart Sutra)
(18 × 11.75 in / 46 × 27 cm)
 Mino washi blank calligraphy sheet
 Practice papers and reference samples
 One brush calligraphy pen
 Guided instruction (60–90 minutes)
 Premium Japanese green tea & traditional sweets