Japanese Calligraphy & SHU HA RI
For over 20 years, I have cultivated a unique approach that integrates ancient Japanese wisdom with psychology, offering a deeply healing experience while also fostering discipline and dedication to master the Japanese Art of Mastery—SHU HA RI. See my Japanese Wisdom Program for Individuals & Organisations.
In the world of constant motion, our minds are constantly overloaded and overstimulated, leading to increased fear, anxiety, and stress. It is essential to give our minds a break and create space to tune into our inner power.
For over a decade, Japanese Calligraphy and Meditation have provided my clients with a gateway to unplug from daily chaos and experience:
✔ A state of deep peace
✔ A feeling of wholeness
✔ A sense of alignment
WORKSHOP - SHODO 書道
A Journey Beyond Technique
This is not about creating perfect calligraphy or achieving technical excellence. It is creating a new process how you deal with your life situation and integrating
✔ Letting Go of Self-Doubt – Releasing judgment and embracing the flow.
✔ Awakening Your Senses – Becoming fully present in the moment
✔ Aligning Body & Soul – Connecting to the divine through mindful movement
✔ Expressing Yourself Freely – Using brush and ink as a form of release
Through this practice, you will also learn the ancient wisdom of Japanese symbols and experience the power of being fully in the present moment. Most importantly, you will discover how to create micro-moments of peace throughout your day, especially during stressful times.
Request a 60 minutes online or in person workshop (Group & Individuals)
LECTURE - SHU HA RI 守破離
The Three Stages of Mastery in Life
SHU HA RI (守破離) is a fundamental concept in Japanese mastery, representing the three stages of learning and growth in any discipline—including calligraphy, arts, and life itself:
🔹 SHU (守) – Learn & Follow: Embracing the foundational teachings with discipline and dedication.
🔹 HA (破) – Break & Explore: Breaking free from rigid structures to develop your unique expression.
🔹 RI (離) – Transcend & Master: Moving beyond techniques to embody true mastery with freedom.
Through this process, you will not only deepen your calligraphy practice but also apply these principles to mastery in life, cultivating patience, resilience, and inner balance.
Request 60 minutes Online Lecture on Shu Ha Ri and Join me in this journey and experience the transformative art of mastery.
What my clients & Media says.....
I have been delivering my signature sessions regularly, both in person and virtually, for organizations in the Netherlands, UK, Ireland, USA, Spain, and Italy. Additionally, I’ve been running a popular bi-weekly online course for over three years, during which we have built a wonderful international community. These sessions are excellent for team building and co-creation, helping individuals and teams connect, collaborate, and grow together.
"Azumi's sessions have been well-received in various settings, including corporate team-building events and private workshops. For instance, during a Japanese Calligraphy & Meditation workshop at The Duncairn, participants were guided to channel divine energy through calligraphy, experiencing it as a dance of the mind, heart, and body, leading to relaxation and a sense of unity."
"Azumi Uchitani, partnered with BronxArtSpace for a unique session combining calligraphy and meditation as part of the "Giving Light: An Art Antidote to Gun Violence" exhibition. This event aimed to address gun violence through artistic expression. During the session, participants practiced calligraphy, focusing on mindfulness and the meditative aspects of brushwork. Azumi highlighted the importance of being present in the moment, using calligraphy as a tool for inner peace and personal healing. This collaboration offered a meaningful space for reflection on gun violence and explored healing through art and mindfulness."
