Suzuri

Dropping water onto the suzuri inkstone, gently gliding the brush over its surface in circular motions without applying force, evokes a peculiar sense of calmness. As you continue grinding the sumi ink, at a certain moment, the subtle fragrance of ink wafts in the air, and you feel a further sense of tranquility settling into your heart. It becomes a special moment derived from the act of grinding sumi ink.

While many aim to shorten the time spent grinding ink to allocate more time for writing or drawing, the reality is that the time spent grinding sumi ink on a suzuri inkstone is not necessarily lengthy. A good suzuri inkstone, in fact, provides a sense of enjoyment in the grinding process.

In Japanese calligraphy, which is not merely a form of calligraphy or artistry but rather 'Shodo' - the way of writing, each step in the process is a comprehensive art form that hones sensitivity. It's important to cherish the moment and value the insights gained through the process of grinding ink on the inkstone.

At 'rimpamura,' we offer a variety of carefully selected special suzuri inkstones made in Japan.

Types of suzuri

AKAMA suzuri

The Akama suzuri is an inkstone produced in Shimonoseki and Ube.are in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. An Akama suzuri dedicated to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura by Minamoto no Yoritomo tells that its history dates back to the Kamakura period. It is known that production of Akama suzuri began in the Kamakura period, boasting a history of over 800 years.

ARITA Porcelain suzuri

＜How to use the porcelain suzuri＞
Grind Sumi ink stick as you do on the regular suzuri.
1. Put a few drops of water in the middle of the flat portion of the suzuri.
2. Hold Sumi ink stick with you thumb, index finger and middle finger and gently grind it.
3. Grind Sumi ink stick until you start seeing the surface of the ink stone where the ink stick just passed.
4. If you would like to have pale color, simply add water and adjust the thickness.

Make sure that you wipe the ink stick after you use it. Otherwise it will get cracked.

<How to care>
1. Drop water on the surface of the suzuri and wipe it with the sponge provided.
2. The suzuri does not soak up the colored water, so you can wipe it off with light pressure. If you find the ink still stays, put the suzuri in the water for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the ink to rise to the surface and wipe it off again.

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