Japanese handwriting certification test
The historical "Brush Calligraphy Certificate" is an accredited level of brush writing, whose authority is accepted throughout Japan.
30,000 people are taking the test each year!
While there are various kyu and dan levels in the world of brush writing, the only nationally standardized system sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology is the Brush Calligraphy Certificate, which has been taken by more than 10 million people since the first certificate was issued in 1964.
While typing on personal computers and cell phones is becoming more popular, the quality of handwritten handwriting is being reevaluated, and the popularity of this test is also high.
The Brush Calligraphy Certificate is divided into levels 5 through 1. Each level has a "practical" and a "theory" assignment, and the most difficult level, Level 1, "theory," tests the ability to read the classics and knowledge of the history of calligraphy.
Beginners should aim to pass the 4th grade first, and start by mastering the standard style of writing (regular style, with no character stroke errors).
You know how much fun it is.
Progress in writing brush strokes can boost one's self-confidence, and passing a high grade in a certification test can lead to preferential treatment in high school and university entrance examinations.
However, the most attractive thing about writing brush strokes is the feeling of writing characters in black ink on a blank sheet of paper. Have you ever been absorbed in writing at the beginning of the New Year, even though it was homework? Yes, we are going to pursue that pleasure even more deeply.
Incidentally, calligraphy in elementary and junior high school is called "shosha," while calligraphy in high school and above is called "shodo. Calligraphy is also popular overseas as an art form. Let's learn the basics and let's run the brush as we wish.
Examination Information
| What are the eligibility requirements? | There are no age restrictions, but a good rule of thumb is elementary school age and up. |
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| What is the test date? | Three times a year in June, November, and January. There are 150 examination sites throughout Japan. |
| What is the examination fee (including tax)? | 5th level 1200 yen, 4th level 1500 yen, 3rd level 2500 yen, 2nd level 3500 yen, Pre-1 level 4500 yen, 1st level 5500 yen |
| Can I take the group exam? | If a certain number of examinees gather, group examinations can be taken at the school. |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
（財）日本書写技能検定協会
〒170-0005 東京都豊島区南大塚3-41-3
TEL 03-3988-3581 FAX 03-3788-3528
