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Zen, Matcha & Calligraphy Class – Shimizu Port with Local Guide is a tour in Shizuoka. Zen, Matcha & Calligraphy Class – Shimizu Port with Local Guide has a rating of 5.00/5.00.

Perfect for cruise guests visiting Shimizu Port, this cultural class offers three authentic Japanese experiences in one — Zen meditation, matcha tea, and calligraphy — all guided in English.

Step off your cruise ship and immerse yourself in Japanese culture in just 3 hours.

Begin with a guided visit to Seikenji Temple, a 7th-century Zen site once frequented by shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Next, head to nearby Zuiun-in Temple for a peaceful zazen (Zen meditation) session in a tranquil setting.

Then, take part in a matcha tea ceremony with seasonal sweets, and learn the meaning behind each graceful movement.

Finally, enjoy a hands-on Japanese calligraphy (shodo) class, using brush and ink to write your own kanji character on washi paper — a unique cultural souvenir.

Located just 10 minutes by bus from Shimizu Station, this small-group experience is led by a local English-speaking guide and is perfect for cruise travelers seeking deep cultural connection without long travel.

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$199.00 per person

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Shizuoka Prefecture

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