What we’re about
Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination, silence their inner critic, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together, set aside distractions, and achieve their writing goals.
What to Expect
Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, a period of focused writing, and a final check-in to share our progress. Once you arrive, our host will lead introductions, and then everyone will write for a quiet, focused period of time. Afterward, we’ll have an optional time to chat and get to know each other. Our events are a safe space for writers to work on their craft. No one will read or critique your writing.
For more information about our organization, visit https://shutupwrite.com.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Shut Up & Write!® KyotoMud & Books, Kyoto
【This is an "in-person" event!】
Join us for 1 hour and a half of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 14:00 P.M on Sun, Dec 1,2024.
The meeting place:
Mud & Books(泥書房）
Address: 357-4 Rokkakuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8212
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
Please enter the narrow alley next to "京都上々もん屋"（Kimono clothing store）/ in front of 京都新町病院"(Kyoto Shinmachi Hospital) along the Shinmachi-street.The entrance of Mud & Books is at the end of a narrow alley.
Please see the photo and map for the direction in this photo album.
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https://4142298.xyz/shutupandwritekyoto/photos/32754640/
SCHEDULE:
14:00 - Quick introductions
14:15 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour more
15:45 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing
Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens between 15:45-16:00.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Doro-Shobo(Mud &Books) in Karasuma/Shijo district. More info: https://www.doroshobo.com/
Doro-Shobo(Mud &Books) is specialized with books of "Tanka," which is a Japanese traditional poem with 31 syllables.
Address: 357-4 Rokkakuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8212
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
7mins walk from Hankyo Karasuma station/Kyoto city subway Shijo station or Karasuma-oike station.
Up to Shinmachi street from Shijo-dori.It's near Mitsui Garden Hotel Shinmachi Bettei.Please enter the narrow alley next to "京都上々もん屋"（Kimono clothing store）/ in front of ”京都新町病院”（Kyoto Shimachi Hospital）.
There is the library space in the bookstore and find this event's organizer Saeko/Rie/Chiyo.
-Please thank the library by ordering iced tea or iced coffee.
It costs just 300 yen, Cash only. It is better to prepare the exact amount.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
-Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the overhead sounds around us or the occasional conversation by other people.
-Bring any other things that make you comfortable.
Other Important Details:
-There is outlet and Free Wi-Fi. But pre-charged laptop is preferable.
-Please thank the space by paying 300 yen for 1 drink(black tea only).
Shut up & Write Kyoto 対面イベントです！
日時：12月1日（日）14:00-15:45(optional 16:00まで)
場所：泥書房（新町六角）:短歌専門書店のライブラリースペース
京都市中京区新町通六角下る六角町357-4
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/6Tr12Zk8TXYgGwh36
＊店のライブラリースペースにイベントオーガナイザーをお尋ねください。
＊会場ドリンク代として300円お支払いお願いします。現金のみです。お釣りの無いようにご準備ください。
Google map:https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
最寄り：阪急烏丸駅、京都市営地下鉄四条駅または烏丸御池駅より徒歩7分
周囲の音が気になる場合は耳栓、寒さ対策など心地よく過ごすためのグッズをご自由にお持ちください。Wi-Fiあります。電源は限りがあるため、できればよく充電したPCをお持ちください。
- Shut Up & Write!® Kyoto (🎄Holiday Party Edition 🎉)Mud & Books, Kyoto
【This is an "in-person" event!】
Let's have our end year party !
Join us for 1 hour and a half of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 15:00 P.M on Sun, Dec 8,2024.After the session, we will have a potluck end year party. Please bring something to share.The meeting place:
Mud & Books(泥書房）
Address: 357-4 Rokkakuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8212
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
Please enter the narrow alley next to "京都上々もん屋"（Kimono clothing store）/ in front of 京都新町病院"(Kyoto Shinmachi Hospital) along the Shinmachi-street.The entrance of Mud & Books is at the end of a narrow alley.
Please see the photo and map for the direction in this photo album.
↓↓
https://4142298.xyz/shutupandwritekyoto/photos/32754640/
SCHEDULE:
15:00 - Quick introductions
15:15 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour more
16:45 - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing
Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING
The End Year Party happens between 17:00-19:00.
Please bring something to share.Please take your trash home with you.Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Doro-Shobo(Mud &Books) in Karasuma/Shijo district. More info: https://www.doroshobo.com/
Doro-Shobo(Mud &Books) is specialized with books of "Tanka," which is a Japanese traditional poem with 31 syllables.
Address: 357-4 Rokkakuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8212
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
7mins walk from Hankyo Karasuma station/Kyoto city subway Shijo station or Karasuma-oike station.
Up to Shinmachi street from Shijo-dori.It's near Mitsui Garden Hotel Shinmachi Bettei.Please enter the narrow alley next to "京都上々もん屋"（Kimono clothing store）/ in front of ”京都新町病院”（Kyoto Shimachi Hospital）.
There is the library space in the bookstore and find this event's organizer Saeko/Rie/Chiyo.
-Please thank the library by ordering iced tea or iced coffee.
It costs just 300 yen, Cash only. It is better to prepare the exact amount.
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
-Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the overhead sounds around us or the occasional conversation by other people.
-Bring any other things that make you comfortable.
Other Important Details:
-There is outlet and Free Wi-Fi. But pre-charged laptop is preferable.
-Please thank the space by paying 300 yen for 1 drink(black tea only).
Shut up & Write Kyoto 対面イベントです！
日時：12月8日（日）15:00-17:00(optional 19:00まで持ち寄り忘年会. 何かシェアできる飲食物１品お持ちください。ゴミは各自お持ち帰りご協力お願いします)
場所：泥書房（新町六角）:短歌専門書店のライブラリースペース
京都市中京区新町通六角下る六角町357-4
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/6Tr12Zk8TXYgGwh36
＊店のライブラリースペースにイベントオーガナイザーをお尋ねください。
＊会場ドリンク代として300円お支払いお願いします。現金のみです。お釣りの無いようにご準備ください。
Google map:https://goo.gl/maps/3KxX5khqHzaTKW8F6
最寄り：阪急烏丸駅、京都市営地下鉄四条駅または烏丸御池駅より徒歩7分
周囲の音が気になる場合は耳栓、寒さ対策など心地よく過ごすためのグッズをご自由にお持ちください。Wi-Fiあります。電源は限りがあるため、できればよく充電したPCをお持ちください。
