An artistic practice that focuses on writing characters with a brush, emphasizing the beauty of form and the concentration of spirit involved in the process.
A traditional discipline, rooted in Chinese culture, that has evolved uniquely in Japan, combining kanji and kana styles, and giving rise to various schools and styles of brush writing.
A meditative art form where the act of writing becomes a means of self-expression and contemplation, seeking to convey emotion and aesthetics through the careful execution of strokes.
A cultural practice that not only involves the technical skill of writing but also the philosophical aspects of mindfulness and personal expression through the art of brush strokes.
Example:
書道を習うのは楽しい。
A person who specializes in the art of beautiful writing, particularly using brush and ink, and often creates artistic representations of characters or symbols.
An individual dedicated to the practice and mastery of traditional calligraphy techniques, often emphasizing the aesthetics of stroke order and style.
A professional artist who not only writes characters skillfully but also interprets and expresses emotions or philosophical concepts through their calligraphic work.
Someone who teaches or promotes the appreciation of calligraphy as a cultural art form, often preserving and sharing its historical significance.