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The Difference Between Japanese Ink (Waboku) an...
Differences Between “Japanese Ink (Waboku)” and “Chinese Ink (Tōboku)” In Japan, ink made domestically is called “Waboku” (Japanese ink), while ink made in China is called “Tōboku” or “Kara-sumi” (Chinese...
The Difference Between Japanese Ink (Waboku) an...
Differences Between “Japanese Ink (Waboku)” and “Chinese Ink (Tōboku)” In Japan, ink made domestically is called “Waboku” (Japanese ink), while ink made in China is called “Tōboku” or “Kara-sumi” (Chinese...
Raw Materials and Types of Ink
Ingredients of Ink Ink is made from three main ingredients: “soot,” “animal glue (nikawa),” and “fragrance.”Solid ink is created by kneading soot with dissolved glue, adding fragrance, and then molding...
Raw Materials and Types of Ink
Ingredients of Ink Ink is made from three main ingredients: “soot,” “animal glue (nikawa),” and “fragrance.”Solid ink is created by kneading soot with dissolved glue, adding fragrance, and then molding...
What Is Xuan Paper?
“Xuan Paper”: A Representative of Chinese Paper In China, large papers made specifically for painting and calligraphy are collectively called "Xuan paper for painting and calligraphy." Among them, paper that...
What Is Xuan Paper?
“Xuan Paper”: A Representative of Chinese Paper In China, large papers made specifically for painting and calligraphy are collectively called "Xuan paper for painting and calligraphy." Among them, paper that...
Tools Needed for Seal Carving (For Beginners)
“I’m interested in seal engraving (tenkoku), but what tools do I need?” “What should beginners prepare first?”For those who are thinking of starting seal engraving, here is an explanation of...
Tools Needed for Seal Carving (For Beginners)
“I’m interested in seal engraving (tenkoku), but what tools do I need?” “What should beginners prepare first?”For those who are thinking of starting seal engraving, here is an explanation of...
Tools Related to Hanging Scrolls
There are various tools used when hanging or storing a kakejiku (hanging scroll).We will introduce what each tool is for and how to use it. By handling your carefully made...
Tools Related to Hanging Scrolls
There are various tools used when hanging or storing a kakejiku (hanging scroll).We will introduce what each tool is for and how to use it. By handling your carefully made...
Always Portable: Fountain Brush Pen “Starry Night”
Smart Pen for Quick Use in Letters and Address Writing With a fountain brush pen, you can easily write in brush calligraphy. It's stylish to quickly take it out for...
Always Portable: Fountain Brush Pen “Starry Night”
Smart Pen for Quick Use in Letters and Address Writing With a fountain brush pen, you can easily write in brush calligraphy. It's stylish to quickly take it out for...