【奈良筆】KASUI for Suibokuga paintings

A set of Nara brushes, "花醉 KASUI" by Nara brush traditional craftsman Mr. Kazuo Suzuki. The term "花醉" is written as 'being intoxicated by flowers.' 

His brushes are renowned for the pleasant feeling they impart when they touch the paper and the richness of expression they produce. His brushes are also known as "versatile brushes" that can be used for various purposes.

They make bold strokes as well as delicate expressions and have excellent ink absorption and a sharp tip. They are highly recommended for those seeking rich expression.

The "KASUI-花酔" brush, crafted from premium weasel hair, provides a unique flexibility throughout the entire tip, enabling robust and powerful strokes.

＜Product details＞
KASUI（L）Material：weasel／shaft diameter×bristle length：φ 12 mm x 43 mm
KASUI（S）Material：weasel／shaft diameter×bristle length：φ 10 mm x 40 mm

SET includes brushes of each size (L and S)
The full package includes brushes of each size (L and S) and a brush comb (S).


Among the questions frequently received from our customers, one topic stands out: tool maintenance. In conversations with brush shokunin, we learned that straightening the bristles after use can significantly alter the touch of the brush in the next use.
Therefore, we have specially acquired a limited quantity of the brush dedicated comb. While it's possible to substitute other types of combs, having a dedicated tool proves beneficial. The dedicated comb has thin teeth that can smoothly pass through the bristles.
It's been mentioned that there used to be shokuinin in Japan who produced these combs, but unfortunately, they have retired, and we are currently dependent on imported products. The shokunin themselves prefer using domestically crafted combs that have worn down teeth, as shown in the photo. However, the product we are offering is a new imported item, so the teeth length is consistent ☺️.

Brush Dedicated Comb (Small Size): 4.9cm × 1.6cm
＊Currently, we are offering only the small size, which is ideal for maintaining KASHIN and KASUI. If you desire other sizes, please contact shop@rimpamura.com.

Check out the film below to know how to use it!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDde_rCYv8I