FAQ

about solid sumi ink and liquid sumi ink

Sumi ink has great advantages in its expressiveness and color. more

categories of Sumi ink

Sumi ink can be broadly categorized into three types based on the type of soot used. more

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How to maintain brushes.

We have asked Suzuki san, one of the very experienced Nara Fude Shokunin, how to maintain brushes. more

SHODO calligraphy brushes vs Japanese SUMIE / SUIBOKU brushes

There are 3 significant differences in their manufacturing and usage. more

What is Maki Fude?

"Yūshin Fude," also known as the "Makifude," is a traditional Japanese brush made by wrapping bristles with washi paper and then adding a top layer of fine bristles. more